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Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies Recipe

Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies Recipe
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These Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies are delicate, buttery treats coated in a sweet cinnamon and powdered sugar mixture. Perfect for holidays or any cozy occasion, these cookies combine soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a subtle cinnamon flavor and optional nutty crunch.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)

For Rolling

  • Extra cinnamon
  • Extra powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a creamy texture. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and salt throughout the flour.
  3. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the butter mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make the cookies tough.
  4. Add Nuts (Optional): If using, fold in the finely chopped nuts gently, ensuring they are evenly dispersed in the dough for added texture and flavor.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out dough portions approximately 1 inch in diameter and roll into balls. Place the balls on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart to allow for even baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden brown. The cookies should still be pale on top, indicating a tender texture.
  7. Coat the Cookies: While still warm, gently roll the cookies in a mixture of powdered sugar and cinnamon. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to set the coating.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help maintain the shape during baking.
  • Finely chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts work best for texture without overpowering the cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the nuts before chopping and mixing into the dough.
  • These cookies freeze well; freeze baked cookies in a sealed container for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies, holiday cookies, nutty cookies, buttery cookies, cinnamon cookies

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