Peppermint Snowballs

Peppermint Snowballs are a classic holiday treat that originated in the United States. They are often enjoyed during Christmas time and have a delightful peppermint flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Peppermint Snowballs

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Crushed peppermint candies
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla extract and peppermint extract, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Stir in the crushed peppermint candies.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar until coated.
12. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 14g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.