Description
These Funfetti Snowball Cookies are a delightful twist on classic snowball cookies, featuring colorful sprinkles throughout the buttery dough and a generous coating of powdered sugar. Perfect for festive occasions or whenever you want a cheerful, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
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)
For 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 to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, using an electric mixer or by hand with a sturdy spoon.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix to ensure tender cookies.
- Add Funfetti: Fold in the colorful sprinkles evenly throughout the dough, distributing them well without melting the colors by mixing too vigorously.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden but the cookies remain pale on top to keep their tender texture.
- Cool and Roll in Powdered Sugar: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack until completely cool. Once cooled, roll each cookie in the 1/4 cup powdered sugar to coat thoroughly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the funfetti snowball cookies on a serving plate and enjoy their buttery, sweet, and colorful goodness with family and friends.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easy creaming and better texture.
- Do not overbake – the cookies should remain soft and delicate inside.
- Use good-quality colorful sprinkles that can withstand baking to keep the vibrant appearance.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For an extra festive touch, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or substitute vanilla extract with almond extract.
