Description
Chocolate Snowball Cookies are delightful, fudgy treats that bring a smile with every bite. These soft cookies are coated in powdered sugar, resembling freshly fallen snow, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare with just a handful of ingredients, they evoke warm memories and create new ones during cozy gatherings or quiet moments at home. Indulge in these irresistible cookies that are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Form dough into balls using a tablespoon or cookie scoop and place them on the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but still soft in the center. Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg