Description
These Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! Soft, buttery, and filled with a refreshing mint flavor, these cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for a festive finish. A delightful combination of mint and chocolate makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dough)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add peppermint extract and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set but not browned.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Roll warm cookies in additional powdered sugar.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense mint flavor, add extra peppermint extract.
- These cookies are perfect for gifting or holiday parties.
- You can substitute regular chocolate chips if mini ones are unavailable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes