Description
These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth snowball cookies are made with sweetened condensed milk, giving them an irresistibly soft texture. A dusting of powdered sugar makes them look like little snowballs, perfect for holidays or any special occasion!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter & milk: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sweetened condensed milk until light and fluffy.
- Mix dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Combine & form dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the cookies: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Cool & dust: Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
- Serve & enjoy!
Notes
- The cornstarch helps create a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
