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Gingerbread Snowball Cookies

These delightful Gingerbread Snowball Cookies are a nostalgic treat filled with the aromas of spices and butter, coated in powdered sugar, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Softened for easier mixing
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar For the cookie base
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 tablespoon Molasses Adds moisture and flavor
  • 2 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • Powdered Sugar for Rolling For dusting the cookies

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar, using a mixer to create a creamy, luscious base.
  2. Add the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
  4. Gradually add the flour and spice mixture to the wet ingredients, followed by a tablespoon of molasses. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown, then roll in powdered sugar while warm.

Notes

These cookies can be made ahead of time, and for healthier alternatives, consider using coconut oil or whole wheat flour.