Snowball Suprises
Delight your holiday table or brighten any occasion with these enchanting Snowball Surprises—a whimsical twist on classic snowball cookies! Bursting with hidden treasures, each melt-in-your-mouth bite reveals a sweet surprise of gooey chocolate tucked inside a buttery, nutty cookie shell. Crafted with simple pantry staples like powdered sugar, vanilla, and flour, these delightful treats are easy to prepare in just 20 minutes of hands-on time. Optional chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, add a touch of crunch, while a final dusting of powdered sugar gives them their signature "snowy" charm. Perfect for festive gatherings, edible gifts, or anytime you need a touch of magic in your day, these cookies are a guaranteed hit for kids and adults alike. Bake up a batch of Snowball Surprises today and watch the joy sparkle with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams unsalted butter
- 60 grams powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 30 pieces mini chocolate candies or chocolate chips
- 60 grams chopped nuts (optional, like pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing on low until the dough just comes together. If using nuts, fold them in gently at this stage.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place one mini chocolate candy or a few chocolate chips in the center, then wrap the dough around the chocolate, forming a smooth ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and chocolate pieces.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 cm apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and just beginning to turn golden at the bottom. Avoid overbaking.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them generously in powdered sugar to create their 'snowball' appearance.
Store the Snowball Surprises in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 252.0 g | 323% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.1 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 531 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 635 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.7 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
