Description
Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are buttery, nutty, and delightfully soft cookies dusted with powdered sugar, perfect for festive occasions or an everyday treat. These easy-to-make American-style cookies combine the rich flavor of sweetened condensed milk with chopped pecans or walnuts for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Rolling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: 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 Condensed Milk: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This creates a creamy base for the dough.
- Add Flavoring: Stir in the vanilla extract for added aroma and flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, finely chopped nuts, and salt to the bowl. Mix everything together until a soft dough forms; be careful not to overmix to keep the texture tender.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes or until the bottoms are just lightly golden. The tops will remain pale and soft.
- First Roll in Powdered Sugar: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then carefully roll them in powdered sugar while still warm for an initial coating.
- Second Roll for Finish: After the cookies have completely cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for a beautiful, snowy finish and extra sweetness.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, these cookies freeze well; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or other nuts based on preference or availability.
- Ensure butter is softened for easier creaming and a smoother dough texture.
- Rolling the cookies twice in powdered sugar gives them the signature snowy look and a pleasant sweetness contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
