Description
These Snowball Cookies are rich, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with sweetened condensed milk and rolled in powdered sugar, they offer a soft texture with a crunchy nutty finish, making them the perfect treat for the holidays or any time you need a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Stir in the finely chopped nuts of your choice.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet, then roll them in powdered sugar while they are still warm.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use your favorite nuts to customize the flavor, such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a holiday twist, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes