Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Minty Snowball Cookies, a refreshing treat that melts in your mouth. These cookies combine the buttery richness of traditional snowballs with a burst of peppermint flavor, making them perfect for holidays or any time you crave something sweet. Coated in a dusting of powdered sugar, they not only look festive but also offer a unique twist to your dessert table. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these cookies are ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed with a cup of hot chocolate or gifted to friends, Minty Snowball Cookies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- A few drops of green food coloring (optional)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in peppermint extract and green food coloring if desired.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually add this to the wet mixture until combined.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and place them on a lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before rolling each cookie in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg