Description
Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are a delightful fusion of buttery goodness and rich chocolate flavor. These festive treats, dusted with powdered sugar, create a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy afternoons, or just satisfying your sweet cravings. The added crunch of almonds enhances their unique texture, making them a standout on cookie trays or as thoughtful gifts. Easy to make and customizable with different nuts or extracts, these cookies are not just delicious but also incredibly versatile.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup sliced almonds
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ + ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups powdered sugar (divided)
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grind the sliced almonds in a food processor until finely chopped.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and ½ cup powdered sugar until slightly creamy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined; fold in the chocolate chips and ground almonds.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden on the bottoms.
- Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar and cool completely on a wire rack; roll again in powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (16g)
- Calories: 92
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 36mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg