Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of Spiced Brown Sugar Snowball Cookies, perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat any day. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies, dusted with powdered sugar, offer a harmonious blend of brown sugar and spices that will transport you back to cherished holiday moments. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create an unforgettable dessert that leaves everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually mix in all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and chopped nuts until combined into a soft dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden at the bottom; avoid overbaking for soft cookies.
- Cool completely on wire racks, then dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg