Description
Delight in these buttery Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies, perfectly soft and nutty bites coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar. Combining the richness of sweetened condensed milk with finely chopped nuts, these classic American holiday treats are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: 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 Milk: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, providing a creamy base for your dough.
- Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract to infuse the dough with warm, aromatic flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms. The flour provides structure, while salt enhances the overall taste.
- Fold in Nuts: Gently fold in the finely chopped walnuts or pecans, distributing the nuts evenly throughout the dough for delightful crunch in every bite.
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–14 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden but the tops remain pale, ensuring a tender texture.
- First Sugar Coating: Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes, then while still warm, carefully roll each cookie in powdered sugar to start the snowy coating.
- Cool and Coat Again: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack, then roll them in powdered sugar once more for a beautiful, snowy finish.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, substitute the chopped nuts with mini chocolate chips for a chocolaty twist.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh for up to one week.
