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Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies Recipe

Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies Recipe
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These Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies are buttery, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Coated in a festive mixture of powdered sugar and cinnamon, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warm spice, making them an ideal treat for holiday celebrations or any cozy occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 cup finely chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)

For Rolling

  • Extra powdered sugar
  • Extra ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  3. Add Nuts (Optional): If desired, fold in finely chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts to add texture and a nutty flavor to the cookies.
  4. Shape and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them roughly 1 inch apart on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies turn a light golden brown.
  5. Roll in Cinnamon Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, gently roll them in a mixture of extra powdered sugar and ground cinnamon so they are evenly coated. Let them cool completely, then roll them again in the cinnamon sugar mixture to create a snowy, festive coating.

Notes

  • For best results, use unsalted butter softened to room temperature.
  • Finely chop nuts for even texture; pecans or walnuts work best.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • These cookies can be frozen after baking and coating; thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Rolling the cookies twice in cinnamon sugar ensures a rich coating that resembles snow.

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Keywords: cinnamon sugar cookies, snowball cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas cookies, nut cookies, homemade cookies, easy cookies

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