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Copycat Snowball Cookies

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These Copycat Snowball Cookies are buttery, nutty shortbread-style cookies coated in powdered sugar for a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth treat. They’re a festive classic perfect for holiday baking and gifting.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for rolling)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream softened butter with 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually stir in flour and salt until the dough forms.
  5. Fold in chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. While warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar, then let cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Roll cookies in powdered sugar a second time once cooled for a snowy finish.

Notes

  • Swap pecans with almonds or hazelnuts for variation.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for spice.
  • Mix in mini chocolate chips or a bit of almond extract for a fun twist.
  • Chill dough if it feels too soft or sticky before rolling.
  • Double the recipe easily for gift boxes or holiday baking.

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