Lemon Snowballs

Brighten your cookie tray with the zesty charm of Lemon Snowballs—delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that are bursting with fresh lemon flavor! These citrus-infused delights are made with creamy butter, fragrant lemon zest, and a touch of freshly squeezed lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced tangy-sweet treat. Their tender, crumbly texture comes from a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch, while a generous coating of powdered sugar lends them their "snowball" appearance, adding a festive touch that's perfect for holidays or special occasions. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short 12-minute bake, these cookies are an effortless way to add a refreshing twist to your dessert repertoire. Experience the magic of Lemon Snowballs—a cookie that's as light as air yet packed with bold citrus flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 227 grams Unsalted butter
• 60 grams Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 30 grams Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops 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 completely.

Step 9

Once the cookies are cool, roll them generously in the additional powdered sugar to coat them fully. For an extra snowy effect, roll them a second time.

Step 10

Store the Lemon Snowballs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3373.8

Total Fat 197.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 502.6mg	0%
Sodium 1220.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 397.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 180.7g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.9mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 385.9mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 45.8%