Description
These Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats that are rolled in powdered sugar. Made with a rich sweetened condensed milk base and chopped nuts, they are perfect for holiday baking or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the nuts with mini chocolate chips for a different twist.
- These cookies freeze well for up to 1 month—store in an airtight container.
- Be sure not to over-bake, as these cookies should remain pale and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes