Description
These Gingerbread Snowballs are the perfect holiday treat, combining warm spices and rich butter in a melt-in-your-mouth cookie. Coated in powdered sugar for that “snowy” finish, they’re a festive addition to your Christmas cookie tray. With the irresistible flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these snowballs will fill your home with the aroma of the season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in additional powdered sugar until coated.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can toast the pecans before adding them to the dough to enhance their richness.
- These cookies are delicate, so let them cool slightly before handling to avoid breaking.
- Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for up to a month.
- You can also roll the dough balls in a mixture of powdered sugar and a pinch of cinnamon for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Keywords: Gingerbread cookies, snowball cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas treats, pecans, spiced cookies, buttery cookies