Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with Christmas Snowball Cookies, a delightful treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. These easy-to-make cookies are adorned with vibrant red and green M&Ms, making them both visually appealing and delicious. With their buttery texture and sweet powdered sugar coating, these cookies melt in your mouth, leaving you craving more. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party or looking for a fun baking project with the kids, these colorful cookie balls are sure to bring smiles all around. Additionally, they can be customized for any occasion throughout the year, making them a versatile addition to your dessert repertoire!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (slightly softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini M&Ms (any color)
- Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually mix in flour and salt until combined. Fold in mini M&Ms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom. Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg