Description
Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are deliciously tender, nutty treats coated in powdered sugar that melt in your mouth. These cookies combine the rich sweetness of condensed milk with the crunch of finely chopped nuts, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons, these snowball cookies deliver a classic festive taste with simple ingredients and straightforward baking.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
Coating
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and 1/4 cup powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which ensures a tender texture.
- Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined, infusing the dough with aromatic flavor.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until combined to avoid toughening the dough.
- Add Nuts: Stir in the finely chopped nuts evenly throughout the dough to add crunch and nutty flavor in every bite.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow for even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden and the tops remain pale, indicating perfect doneness.
- First Sugar Coating: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up slightly, then roll each cookie in the remaining 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar while they are still warm to create a soft initial coating.
- Second Sugar Coating: Once the cookies have cooled completely, roll them in powdered sugar again to form a thick, snowy outer layer that defines the classic snowball appearance.
- Serve: Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth snowball cookies fresh with a warm cup of tea or coffee for a perfect treat.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to ensure proper creaming and a smooth dough.
- Chop nuts finely for even distribution and better texture.
- Ensure not to overmix flour into the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Double coating with powdered sugar gives the cookies their signature snowball look and sweetness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
