Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a festive delight that will melt in your mouth with every bite. These soft, chocolatey treats are generously coated in powdered sugar, giving them a beautiful snowy appearance that’s perfect for holiday celebrations or any sweet occasion. With their blend of rich cocoa and optional nutty crunch from pecans or walnuts, these cookies are not just visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Whether you’re sharing them at a gathering, gifting them in decorative boxes, or enjoying them with a warm beverage at home, Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are sure to impress everyone. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies are an essential addition to your holiday baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in optional nuts and mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls before placing on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set; centers should remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar for coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg