Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies Recipe
These Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are tender, buttery treats delicately coated in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and optional chopped nuts, this classic cookie recipe is perfect for holidays or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, blending well to combine the flavors and moisture evenly.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms without overworking it to keep cookies tender. If using, gently fold in the finely chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop out the dough by tablespoonfuls, roll each into a ball with your hands, and arrange them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are set but the cookies are not browned, preserving their delicate texture.
- Coat in Powdered Sugar: Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet, then carefully roll them in powdered sugar. Once completely cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again to create a signature snowy coating.
Notes
- For best results, use unsalted butter to control the salt level in the cookies.
- Chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, for proper creaming and texture.
- Double coating with powdered sugar once cookies are fully cool ensures a beautiful snowball appearance and prevents sugar melt.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
