Blushing Snowballs
Delightfully delicate and irresistibly sweet, Blushing Snowballs are the perfect treat to brighten any dessert spread. These tender, buttery cookies hide a surprise center of tangy raspberry jam, adding a burst of fruity flavor with every bite. Encased in a snowy blanket of shredded sweetened coconut and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they boast a festive appearance that's ideal for holidays or special occasions. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these jam-filled cookies combine a melt-in-your-mouth texture with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for an indulgent baking project, Blushing Snowballs are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 75 grams raspberry jam
- 100 grams shredded sweetened coconut
- 30 grams powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and kosher salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Scoop out 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand.
Place about 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam in the center of the flattened dough, then carefully fold the edges over the jam and roll it into a ball, fully enclosing the filling.
Repeat with the remaining dough and jam, placing the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Do not overbake.
Allow the snowballs to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Roll the cooled snowballs in shredded coconut, pressing gently to adhere.
Dust the snowballs lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.4 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.7 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 207 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.8 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
