Double Chocolate Snowball Cookies
Indulgent yet healthier cookies filled with rich chocolate flavor and a fluffy texture, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
- Combine flour and cocoa powder, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in nuts if using.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set.
- Cool and roll in powdered sugar while warm.
- Enjoy! Your cookies are ready to be served.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using coconut oil instead of butter. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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