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Chocolate Snowball Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Snowball Cookies for Cozy Nights

Delicious Chocolate Snowball Cookies perfect for cozy nights, featuring a crunchy exterior and fudgy center.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy blending
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar For rolling cookies
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract For flavor enhancement
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • cup Cocoa Powder Essential for flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans/Walnuts Optional; can substitute with shredded coconut
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Ensures cookies rise
  • Chocolate Chunks Chocolate Chunks For melted centers

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • Whisk
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Snowball Cookies
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  3. Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts, or shredded coconut for a nut-free version, until evenly distributed.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop about a tablespoon of dough, roll into a ball, indent the center, and place a chocolate chunk inside before sealing.
  6. Roll each ball in powdered sugar and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are firm but centers are still soft.
  8. Cool on the baking tray for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for easier handling and to maintain cookie shape. Use high-quality chocolate for best results.

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