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Easy Gingerbread Snowball Cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 80
Delight in these buttery, spiced cookies coated in powdered sugar, perfect for holiday treats or cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) (optional)
  • additional powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla.
  • Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture.
  • Fold in nuts if using. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet.
  • Bake 12-15 minutes. Cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar.

Notes

For best results, use fresh spices and softened butter.
Calories: 80kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cookies, gingerbread, Holiday

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 20mg