Cherry Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the joy of baking with these delightful Cherry Snowball Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies encapsulate the essence of winter with their buttery dough that beautifully complements the tangy sweetness of maraschino cherries. Each bite is enhanced by the subtle taste of coconut and the satisfying crunch of walnuts, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar (divided)
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ cup instant oats
- ¼ cup finely chopped sweetened coconut
- ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts
- 1 pinch of salt
- 15 maraschino cherries (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour, instant oats, coconut, walnuts, and salt until well combined.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped maraschino cherries.
- Use a spoon or cookie scoop to drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
- Immediately roll each cookie in the remaining powdered sugar until fully coated and let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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