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    Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

    Posted: Dec 15, 2014 · Updated: Apr 21, 2024 by Sara · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    It's beginning to look A LOT like Christmas! Are you singing along with me? This is truly one of my favorite times of the year and I've been baking and decorating nonstop for the past couple weeks. I have to spread it out a bit so I don't get my "tinsel in a tangle." I hope you've been blaring the Christmas music and getting ready for this special time as well!

    Today I'm sharing some yummy Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies. They're filled with little bursts of chocolate, dusted with powdered sugar and they literally melt in your mouth! They're so simple and come together in no time at all. Absolutely delicious and so festive for this time of year!

    Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies1

    Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

    Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

    Melt-in-your-mouth cookies dusted with powdered sugar and filled with little bursts of chocolate!
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 12 minutes mins
    Total Time: 32 minutes mins
    Servings: 24
    Calories: 161kcal
    Author: Sara
    adjust servings: 24

    Ingredients

    • 3 sticks butter (softened)
    • ¾ cup powdered sugar
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • Powdered sugar (for sifting onto cookies)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Beat butter, sugar, vanilla and salt in mixing bowl until combined and creamy.
    • Gradually add in the flour and the chocolate chips.
    • Use a tablespoon to scoop out the dough and roll into 1 inch balls; place on ungreased cookie sheets.
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned.
    • Remove from oven and sift powdered sugar over hot cookies on baking sheets.
    • Cool on baking sheets for about 8-10 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely
    • Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar.
    • Store in airtight containers.

    Notes

    1. Room Temperature Butter: Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature before beginning. Softened butter combines more easily with the sugar and other ingredients, resulting in a smoother and creamier dough. This will also help the cookies achieve the right texture when baked.
    2. Gentle Mixing: When combining the ingredients, mix them until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense and tough cookies. Incorporate the flour and chocolate chips gently into the butter mixture, mixing until no streaks of flour remain. This will help maintain the tender texture of the cookies.
    3. Proper Cooling and Storage: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 8-10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. This allows them to set properly and prevents them from falling apart. Once cooled, store the cookies in airtight containers to maintain their freshness. Sprinkle additional powdered sugar over the cookies before storing to ensure they stay sweet and delightful.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Marissa

      November 04, 2017 at 8:22 pm

      Hi these look delicious. I wanted to bake these and send them overseas, and I’m worried they won’t last! Any thoughts?

      Reply
      • Sara

        November 06, 2017 at 9:37 pm

        Gosh, it's so hard to say. I have sent these in the mail, but they have normally arrived at the recipient within a day or two. You could possibly try and wrap them in addition to putting them in a covered container.

        Reply
        • marissa

          November 07, 2017 at 1:02 am

          Great thanks for letting me know :). I couldn't see anywhere how long they last in air tight container. Due to time Id like to make these a few weeks in advance. Do you know how long they last and if they freeze well??

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          • Sara

            November 10, 2017 at 9:03 am

            Hi Marissa, the cookies can be frozen for up to 1 month. They may lose a bit of the powdery appearance when thawed but can always be rolled again in powdered sugar to restore the appearance.

            Reply
    2. Holly virden

      November 22, 2016 at 3:08 am

      Help! I want to make these before my company gets to town. Am I able to freeze these? And if yes, at what stag should they be frozen, before I cook them or after?

      Reply
      • Sara

        November 22, 2016 at 6:34 am

        Hi Holly! Yes, you can freeze these cookies! Freeze them baked, after you roll them in the confectioner's sugar. They can be kept frozen for up to two months. When you're ready to eat them, take them out to thaw, roll them once more in confectioner's sugar and then serve!

        Reply
    3. julia

      January 04, 2015 at 10:20 am

      Hi Sara,
      Great looking recipie, could you tell me how much 3 sticks of butter is in a weight as I'm english and not sure how much i need to make these.
      Many thanks

      Reply
      • Sara

        January 04, 2015 at 11:15 am

        1 1/2 cups or 24 tablespoons. I hope that helps! Good luck!

        Reply
    4. Elizabeth

      December 19, 2014 at 12:40 pm

      These look so good!!! I'm definitely going to try these!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 19, 2014 at 8:21 pm

        I hope you do, Elizabeth!

        Reply
    5. Jacqui Odell

      December 18, 2014 at 11:48 am

      My son would love these! Thank you for linking up to Party Time and we hope to see you again next week!

      Reply
    6. Ginny McMeans

      December 16, 2014 at 3:46 pm

      I love these cookies and the fact that you added chocolate chips!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 16, 2014 at 9:23 pm

        Thanks, Ginny. I like chocolate in just about. . .well. . .everything.

        Reply
    7. karen

      December 16, 2014 at 10:26 am

      Those look so darn good, wish I was a decent baker...sighs. I will have to try these somehow. Thanks for sharing and stopping by from Tickle my Tasebuds Tuesday

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 16, 2014 at 9:27 pm

        Karen, I have faith in you. YOU CAN do this. Trust me. Good luck - I hope you try them!

        Reply
    8. Andi @ The Weary Chef

      December 15, 2014 at 11:14 pm

      When a recipe starts with three sticks of butter, you know it's going to be good! I love the way you cook, Sara. These cookies look delicious!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 16, 2014 at 9:27 pm

        I think that's why Ree Drummond is my hero, Andi. She loves butter as much as I do. LOL Thanks for the sweet comments!

        Reply
    9. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer

      December 15, 2014 at 10:53 pm

      Simple and beautiful! I love easy Christmas baked goods 🙂

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 16, 2014 at 9:28 pm

        Me too, Kacey!

        Reply
    10. Lisa@Cluttercafe

      December 15, 2014 at 9:10 pm

      I was the lucky recipient of these amazing cookies! Sara they were awesome. I've been waiting for today to finally get the recipe! I will be making these for sure! Thank you again. I will be adding your link to my site soon.

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 10:05 pm

        Lisa, you are so sweet. I'm so glad you enjoyed them. I prayed that they would make the trip. Thanks so very much for stopping by and saying hello! You made my evening!

        Reply
    11. Cate @ Chez CateyLou

      December 15, 2014 at 7:26 pm

      Oh I sure am singing along with you. I love that song! And I love these cookies - so festive and so tasty!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 10:05 pm

        We have a radio station here in the area that plays Christmas music all day - every day up until Christmas. Have it tuned in each and every day!

        Reply
    12. Beth

      December 15, 2014 at 5:45 pm

      I'm new to this whole snowball cookie thing.. I don't think we ate them growing up.. or if we did, we called them something else! But they look delicious!!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 10:04 pm

        I've been seeing different versions all over too, Beth. They are very good!

        Reply
    13. Annie @Maebells

      December 15, 2014 at 4:27 pm

      How fun! These are perfect for the holidays!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 10:03 pm

        Thank you, Annie!

        Reply
    14. Tonia from TheGunnySack

      December 15, 2014 at 10:54 am

      Yum! I am going to have to try these for my family this year.

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 12:16 pm

        I'm sure they would enjoy them, Tonia!

        Reply
    15. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads

      December 15, 2014 at 9:50 am

      These are my favorite kind of cookie! Love your photos, so pretty!

      Reply
      • Sara

        December 15, 2014 at 12:16 pm

        Thanks, Sheena!

        Reply

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