Chocolate Kahlua Snowballs
Indulge in the rich, melt-in-your-mouth decadence of Chocolate Kahlua Snowballs—a sophisticated twist on a classic cookie! These bite-sized treats are made with a buttery cocoa-infused dough, finely chopped pecans, and a splash of Kahlua liqueur for a touch of coffee-flavored warmth. Rolled in powdered sugar for a snowy finish, these cookies strike the perfect balance between sweetness and subtle nuttiness. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, they’re ideal for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or whenever you’re craving a luxurious yet simple dessert. Make a batch of these tender, crumbly snowballs and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: Chocolate Kahlua Snowballs, cocoa cookies, holiday desserts, powdered sugar cookies, Kahlua recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Pecans (chopped finely)
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua liqueur
- 1 cup Additional powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and Kahlua liqueur to the mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped pecans using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are set. Do not overbake.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
While the cookies are still slightly warm, roll each one in the additional powdered sugar until fully coated. Place on a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can roll the cookies in powdered sugar again for an additional layer of sweetness, if desired.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.0 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.4 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.2 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.8 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.6 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 1701 mg | 36% | |
*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.
