Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Minty Snowball Cookies, where rich buttery goodness meets refreshing peppermint flavor. These festive treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave something sweet. With their soft texture and snowy powdered sugar coating, they are sure to impress both family and friends. Plus, this easy recipe allows for playful variations, making them a fun project for bakers of all ages. Enjoy these cookies as a snack with your favorite warm beverage or include them in gift baskets for a personal touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until creamy. Stir in peppermint extract and green food coloring if desired.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt before gradually adding it to the butter mixture while mixing on low speed until combined.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg