Description
These Funfetti Snowball Cookies are buttery, bite-sized treats bursting with colorful sprinkles and coated in a sweet dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for festive occasions or any time you want a cheerful, melt-in-your-mouth cookie that’s easy to make and share.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup colorful sprinkles (or confetti)
Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy. This creates the creamy base for your cookies.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Add Funfetti: Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles with a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough without melting the colors.
- Form Cookies: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 16 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden but the tops remain pale.
- Cool and Roll in Powdered Sugar: Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once fully cooled, roll each cookie in the 1/4 cup powdered sugar until well coated, creating the classic snowball look.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange on a plate or store in an airtight container. These cookies are perfect with tea, coffee, or as a festive treat anytime.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
- Do not over-bake; the cookies should remain soft inside and just light golden underneath.
- You can substitute sprinkles with mini chocolate chips if preferred.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week for optimal freshness.
- Rolling cookies in powdered sugar once cooled ensures they keep their snowy appearance without melting the sugar.
