Description
These buttery snowball cookies are light, tender, and studded with chunks of peppermint bark. A delicate hint of peppermint and a final roll in powdered sugar make them a festive favorite—perfect for holiday platters, gift boxes, or cozy winter treats.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup powdered sugar (adds tenderness vs. granulated sugar)
1 tbsp water
½ tsp pure peppermint extract
¼ tsp salt
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup chopped peppermint bark
¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional twist for extra richness)
1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
Cream butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Add water, peppermint extract, and salt; mix well.
Add flour gradually and mix until dough forms. Stir in chopped peppermint bark and mini chocolate chips if using.
Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheets about 1 inch apart.
Bake 12–14 minutes until bottoms are just golden. Cool 5 minutes, then roll warm cookies in powdered sugar.
Cool completely and roll a second time in sugar for a snowy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 14g