Description
These Snowball Cookies offer a melt-in-your-mouth, buttery (plant-based) texture combined with a delicate crumb and subtle sweetness. Easy to prepare and customizable, they are perfect for festive occasions or simple snacks. Made with wholesome ingredients including plant-based butter, natural powdered sugar, and chopped nuts, they deliver a tender yet slightly crumbly bite that melts delightfully with every taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (natural), plus extra for dusting
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream the plant-based butter and powdered sugar (natural) together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract (natural) and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors. Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour combined with the natural gelling agent and chopped nuts, mixing just until everything forms a soft dough.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into equal-sized balls about one inch in diameter using your hands or a small cookie scoop. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, filling your kitchen with an inviting aroma.
- Final Touch of Sweetness: While still warm, gently roll each cookie in additional powdered sugar (natural) to create the classic snowball appearance. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before serving for a tender texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based butter for smooth dough and tender cookies.
- Mix the dough just until combined to avoid toughness.
- Roll dough balls evenly sized for uniform baking.
- Cool cookies fully before storing in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Use fresh powdered sugar (natural) for dusting to prevent clumping and maintain appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Snowball Cookies, plant-based cookies, gluten-free cookies, vegan cookies, festive cookies, nut cookies
