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Almond Snowball Cookies Recipe

These Almond Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that melts in your mouth, perfect for sharing during any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb unsalted butter (16 Tbsp), softened at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus 1 1/2 cups more for rolling cookies
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour measured correctly
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt (I used fine sea salt)
  • 1 cup almond flour or fine almond meal
  • 1/2 Tbsp orange zest from 1 medium orange

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Cookie sheet
  • Baking Spatula
  • Zester

Method
 

  1. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and the 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, fine salt, and orange zest.
  3. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes, then roll in the additional 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar. Allow to cool completely before rolling again.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Freeze the dough before baking for later enjoyment; bake from frozen with extra time.
  • Prepare the dough a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.