Cherry Snowball Cookies: Indulgent Treats for Every Occasion
Delight in these Cherry Snowball Cookies, perfect for any celebration with their indulgent flavor and festive appearance.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped cherries, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 cup additional powdered sugar for coating
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the flour and salt.
- Add the vanilla, chopped cherries, and nuts, mixing until evenly combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a festive touch, add red and green sprinkles before baking.
- These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cherry Snowball Cookies, cookies, desserts, holiday treats