Description
These Peanut Butter Snowball Cookies are soft, buttery treats infused with creamy peanut butter and studded with mini chocolate chips. Rolled generously in powdered sugar, they offer a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for cozy snacks or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter And Peanut Butter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and creamy peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Then add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour and salt into the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops of the cookies will remain pale but should be firm to the touch when done.
- Cool And Coat: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set. While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat completely. For a more pronounced snowy effect, roll the cookies a second time after they have fully cooled.
- Serve: Enjoy these peanut butter snowball cookies with a warm beverage like hot cocoa or coffee for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is fully softened to achieve a creamy dough texture.
- Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking can help cookies keep their shape if desired.
- You can substitute mini chocolate chips with chopped peanuts for a crunchier texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Peanut Butter Cookies, Snowball Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Easy Cookies, Soft Cookies, Peanut Butter Treats
