Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs Recipe
Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs are delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies made with a tender buttery dough, enriched by sweetened condensed milk and dusted generously with confectioners’ sugar. Perfect for a festive treat or everyday indulgence, these snowball cookies offer a soft crumb and a subtly sweet flavor that’s sure to please any crowd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
For Dusting
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Cream the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes to develop a creamy texture ideal for tender cookies.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk, beating for an additional 2 minutes until fully incorporated and smooth. If using any extract for flavor (vanilla, almond, etc.), add up to 2 teaspoons here.
- Scrape and Mix: Scrape down the sides of the bowl to gather all ingredients and beat the mixture for another 1-2 minutes ensuring an even, smooth consistency.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, then add to the butter mixture. Beat just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Optionally fold in up to 1 cup of mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit at this point.
- Shape the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion dough into equally sized mounds. Arrange them about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet to allow space for baking.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Bake the cookies for 12 minutes until set but not browned.
- Cool on the Pan: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before handling.
- Transfer and Dust: Carefully place the cookies on a wire rack and generously dust with confectioners’ sugar using a sifter for that signature snowy look.
- Cool Completely: Allow cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain their delicate texture and freshness.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding vanilla or almond extract in step 2, but do not exceed 2 teaspoons.
- Mix-ins such as mini chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or chopped nuts can be folded in with the dry ingredients for variation.
- Do not overbake; cookies should remain pale and soft for optimal texture.
- Ensure cookies are completely cool before storing to prevent sogginess.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature; they keep well for up to one week.
Keywords: snowball cookies, sweetened condensed milk cookies, butter cookies, powdered sugar cookies, easy Christmas cookies
