Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies
These delightful snowball cookies melt in your mouth, combining the rich taste of sweetened condensed milk with a buttery texture, perfectly dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Cookies Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened to room temperature.
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour.
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for coating For rolling the cookies after baking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: unsalted butter, powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, all-purpose flour, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mixing
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
Baking
- Roll the dough into small balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Finishing Touches
- While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
For dietary adjustments, use plant-based butter and coconut condensed milk for a dairy-free version or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version. Experiment with flavors by adding nuts or extracts!