Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas Snowball Cookies, a perfect treat for any holiday occasion. Bursting with vibrant M&Ms and coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar, these cookies are not only visually appealing but irresistibly sweet. With just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re an easy addition to your holiday baking lineup. Their versatility allows you to customize them with different candy colors for various celebrations. Plus, they freeze well, making them a convenient option for busy holiday schedules. Enjoy the buttery goodness and cheerful colors that make these cookies a must-have during the festive season!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (slightly softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini M&Ms (any color)
- Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until fluffy.
- Gradually incorporate the flour and salt until the dough forms; fold in mini M&Ms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the cookie sheets, ensuring space between each.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottoms; cool on sheets for about 5-10 minutes before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg