Description
Delightfully rich and tender, Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a perfect bite-sized treat that combines cocoa’s deep flavor with a buttery, crumbly texture. The addition of chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips gives these cookies a satisfying crunch and bursts of chocolatey goodness. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they resemble delicate snowballs—ideal for holiday celebrations or any time you crave a chocolaty snack.
Ingredients
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¾ cup white, spelt, or oat flour
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¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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¼ cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans (omit for nut-free version)
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½ cup butter or coconut oil, softened
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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¼ cup mini chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate
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Optional: additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, sift together flour and cocoa powder. Stir in chopped nuts.
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In another bowl, cream the butter (or coconut oil) with powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes until set but not dry. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
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While still warm, roll cookies in additional powdered sugar if desired for a snowy effect.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
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For a nut-free version, omit nuts and consider using the “Chocolate Brownie Cookies” recipe.
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Coconut oil gives a slight coconut flavor and makes the recipe dairy-free.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American