Description
Discover the secret to this irresistible winter treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cherries and walnuts, if using.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the cherries well to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a festive touch, you can add red and green sprinkles before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cherry Snowball Cookies, winter treat, holiday cookies