Christmas Walnut Snowballs
Elevate your holiday baking with these delightful Christmas Walnut Snowballs, a festive favorite that will melt in your mouth with every bite. These buttery, nutty cookies are delicately flavored with vanilla and feature finely chopped walnuts for a perfect balance of crunch and tenderness. Rolled in a double layer of powdered sugar, they achieve their signature "snowball" look, making them an enchanting addition to any dessert table. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short 12-minute bake time, these cookies are as quick as they are irresistible. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or as a cozy treat alongside your favorite hot beverage, these charming Christmas cookies are a must-try for the season. Their light texture and festive appearance make them a crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone reaching for more!
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Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 120 grams Walnuts, finely chopped
- 120 grams Powdered sugar (for coating)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt, then gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed butter. Mix just until combined.
Step 5
Gently fold in the finely chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each cookie.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops of the cookies should remain pale.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Step 9
While the cookies are still warm, roll them generously in powdered sugar to create the snowy coating. Let them cool completely, then roll them a second time in powdered sugar for extra coverage.
Step 10
Store the snowballs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (777.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4028.4 |
| Total Fat 277.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 500.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1221.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 379.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 180.2g | |
| Protein 44.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 196.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 827.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories