Description
These Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies offer a delightful twist on traditional snowball cookies, combining the classic buttery texture with mini semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly soft and coated in powdered sugar, they bring a snowy, sweet finish that’s ideal for holiday gatherings or any cozy treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon salt
Coating
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C), or 160°C if using a fan oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream together the softened unsalted butter and ½ cup of powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring a light texture for the cookies.
- Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly so the flavor is evenly distributed in the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, and salt to the creamed mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overwork it.
- Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each scoop between your palms to create small, uniform balls.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow room for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the bottoms start turning a light golden brown, signaling they are done.
- Initial Coat: Remove the cookies from the oven and while they are still warm, roll each cookie in the remaining ½ cup of powdered sugar to coat them completely. This gives the classic snowball appearance.
- Cool and Final Coat: Transfer the coated cookies to a cooling rack. Once completely cooled, for an extra snowy effect, roll the cookies in powdered sugar one more time before serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Rolling the cookies twice in powdered sugar gives them a perfect snowy look and extra sweetness.
- Use mini chocolate chips to maintain the delicate texture of the cookies.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a festive twist, try using white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
