Description
Cherry Snowball Cookies are a festive delight that captures the essence of winter in every bite. With a buttery dough complemented by the tangy sweetness of maraschino cherries, shredded coconut, and crunchy walnuts, these cookies offer a unique flavor combination that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Their snowy coating of powdered sugar makes them visually appealing for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a cozy afternoon treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, these cookies will become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar (divided)
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup instant oats
- ¼ cup finely chopped sweetened coconut
- ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts
- Pinch of salt
- 15 maraschino cherries (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together 1/4 cup powdered sugar and softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in flour, oats, coconut, walnuts, and salt until well combined.
- Fold in the finely chopped cherries.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until slightly golden around the edges.
- Roll warm cookies in remaining powdered sugar before cooling on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (26g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg