Holiday Chocolate Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the festive charm of these Holiday Chocolate Snowball Cookies—a decadent twist on the classic holiday treat! These bite-sized delights combine rich cocoa and buttery goodness with bursts of mini chocolate chips in every bite. Rolled in a generous dusting of powdered sugar, they mimic the delicate beauty of freshly fallen snow, making them perfect for seasonal gatherings. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are as simple as they are irresistible. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday dessert platters, or a cozy treat with a warm mug of cocoa, they’ll quickly become a wintertime favorite. Enjoy the magic of the holidays in every powdery bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup powdered sugar (for dough)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar (for dough) together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon.
Step 7
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, about 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once the cookies have cooled completely, place the powdered sugar (for coating) in a shallow bowl or plate. Roll each cookie in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
Step 11
For an extra snowy appearance, you can roll the cookies in powdered sugar a second time after they have absorbed some of the first coating.
Step 12
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3145.4 |
| Total Fat 131.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 612.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 518.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 53.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 251.2g | |
| Protein 53.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 245.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 32.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2113.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories