Description
Red Velvet Snowball Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth buttery treats with a vibrant red velvet center and a snowy powdered sugar coating. These festive cookies are simple to make and perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel preferred)
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips
- Additional powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla, salt, and food coloring.
- Gradually mix in cocoa powder and flour until combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then roll in powdered sugar. Roll again once fully cooled.
Notes
For a deeper red color, use gel food coloring. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes helps with easier shaping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American