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Snowball Cookies

These delicate Snowball Cookies are buttery coconut treats rolled in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth dessert perfect for holiday baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus extra for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut or unsweetened if preferred

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix in vanilla extract and sea salt until evenly combined.
  • Gradually fold in the flour until the dough starts to come together but is still crumbly.
  • Gently stir in the shredded coconut, pressing lightly so the bits stick.
  • Roll tablespoons of dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, then chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just set.
  • Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before handling.
  • Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar, cool completely, then dust again for that perfect snowy finish.

Notes

For crispier cookies, bake 1-2 minutes longer. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal
Keyword Christmas Cookies, Coconut Cookie, dessert recipe, Holiday Baking, Powdered sugar, Snowball
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