Description
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are soft, buttery cookies with a rich peanut butter flavor, studded with mini chocolate chips and optionally chopped peanuts. Coated in powdered sugar, these delightful treats are perfect for holiday gifting or any time you want a sweet, nutty indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes fluffy and well combined, which creates the base for the cookie dough.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing gently to form a cohesive dough without overworking it to keep the texture tender.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips and Peanuts: Fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts if using, distributing them evenly throughout the dough for bursts of flavor and crunch.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft, ensuring a chewy texture.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, gently roll each one in powdered sugar to give them their signature snowy coating, then allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet to set the coating.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delicious Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies as a festive holiday treat, a thoughtful gift, or a delightful snack anytime.
Notes
- Using softened butter and peanut butter helps create a smooth dough.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Chopped peanuts are optional; you can omit for a smoother texture or if allergic.
- Rolling cookies in powdered sugar while warm helps create a beautiful, even coating.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
