Cherry Snowballs

Indulge in the irresistibly festive charm of Cherry Snowballs—soft, buttery cookies with a sweet maraschino cherry surprise tucked inside, all rolled in shredded coconut for a snowy finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a whimsical treat, these cookies combine the melt-in-your-mouth richness of a shortbread-style dough with the vibrant burst of flavor from juicy cherries. With just 20 minutes of prep and a simple list of pantry staples, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Bake up a batch of these bite-sized delights and watch them disappear from the cookie tray!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 24 pieces Maraschino cherries
• 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.

Step 5

Drain the maraschino cherries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 6

Take approximately 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly in your hands, and wrap it around a maraschino cherry to form a ball. Ensure the cherry is fully enclosed in the dough.

Step 7

Roll the dough ball in the shredded coconut, pressing gently to ensure the coconut adheres to the surface.

Step 8

Place the coated snowballs onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the cherry snowballs to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy the soft, buttery cookies with the surprise cherry center!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(621.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2565.4

Total Fat 122.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 806.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 113.8g
Protein 28.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69.9mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 411.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 52.8%