Nutella Hazelnut Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Nutella Hazelnut Snowball Cookies, where soft, buttery dough meets rich Nutella and crunchy hazelnuts. Coated in a dusting of powdered sugar, these delightful treats are perfect for any celebration or cozy evening at home. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, they promise smiles with every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/3 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (toasted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the Nutella and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, chopped hazelnuts, and salt. Gradually combine this with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading. For added flavor variations, try substituting almond flour or mixing in mini chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week; reheat briefly in the microwave if desired.