Cherry Snowball Cookies: Indulgent Treats for Your Sweet Cravings
Cherry Snowball Cookies are the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, perfect for satisfying your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely chopped walnuts
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the flour, walnuts, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
- For a festive touch, try adding a few tablespoons of cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
- Ensure cherries are well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cherry Snowball Cookies, Cookies, Dessert, Baking