Snowball Recipe 

Light, buttery, and dusted in powdered sugar, Snowball Cookies are a holiday tradition that never goes out of style. With their delicate crumb and nutty flavor, they’re the perfect bite-sized treat to enjoy with coffee, hot chocolate, or as part of a festive cookie tray.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Simple ingredients – Pantry staples, nothing fancy.
• Melt-in-your-mouth texture – Buttery, crumbly, and delicate.
• Festive look – Coated in “snowy” powdered sugar.
• Make-ahead friendly – They store beautifully for days.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for rolling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup finely chopped pecans (or walnuts/almonds)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

1. Beat butter and powdered sugar until creamy and smooth.
2. Mix in vanilla extract.
3. Add flour and salt; stir until combined.
4. Fold in chopped nuts.

Step 2: Chill

• Cover dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes (firms up for rolling).

Step 3: Shape

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.

Step 4: Bake

• Bake for 12–15 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden.
• Cool for 5 minutes.

Step 5: Coat in Sugar

1. Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar until coated.
2. Let cool completely.
3. Roll again in powdered sugar for that snowy look.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with hot cocoa, tea, or coffee
• Add to holiday cookie platters
• Wrap in tins or jars for edible gifts

Tips & Variations

• Nut swap: Try hazelnuts or pistachios for a fun twist.
• Extra flavor: Add ½ tsp almond extract.
• Festive flair: Roll in colored sanding sugar instead of powdered sugar.
• Make ahead: Store in an airtight container up to 1 week; freeze up to 2 months.

Why This Recipe Works

The high butter content keeps these cookies tender, while the nuts add crunch and depth. Rolling them in powdered sugar while warm ensures the sugar clings — then rolling again after cooling gives them their signature snowy finish.

Final Bite

Soft, buttery, and sweetly dusted like fresh snow, these Snowball Cookies are a must-bake for the holidays. They’re quick, easy, and a guaranteed hit on any dessert table.

So grab some butter, sugar, and nuts — and let it snow in your kitchen!