{"id":1428,"date":"2025-10-18T09:39:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-18T09:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=1428"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:39:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T09:39:43","slug":"christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Sparkling Snowball Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These Sparkling Snowball Cookies are literally like little bites of winter magic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first time I made them, I popped one in my mouth and it just melted away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sweet, nutty, a little crumbly, and seriously festive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I love how delicate and pretty they look all dusted in powdered sugar, like tiny snowballs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Making them is easier than you think, especially if you just use a hand mixer and a little patience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every time I bake them, I get memories of making cookies with my family at Christmas and it just makes the whole kitchen feel warm and cozy.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-19101aa8-1f11-46de-8b2e-5d65ea2be138\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#0-ingredients-\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#1-why-these-ingredients-are-awesome-\" style=\"\">Why These Ingredients Are Awesome<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#2-making-the-cookies-\" style=\"\">Making the Cookies<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#3-how-i-serve-them-\" style=\"\">How I Serve Them<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#4-leftovers-if-there-are-any-\" style=\"\">Leftovers if There Are Any<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/christmas-sparkling-snowball-cookies\/#5-tips-i-swear-by-\" style=\"\">Tips I Swear By<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-ingredients-\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"772\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ing-11-772x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1441\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ing-11-772x1024.png 772w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ing-11-226x300.png 226w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ing-11-768x1019.png 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ing-11.png 880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 772px) 100vw, 772px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 cup unsalted butter, softened<br>1\/2 cup powdered sugar for the dough<br>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br>2 cups all-purpose flour<br>1\/4 teaspoon salt<br>1 cup finely chopped pecans<br>1 cup powdered sugar for rolling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-why-these-ingredients-are-awesome-\"><strong>Why These Ingredients Are Awesome<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butter makes the cookies rich and super tender, literally melt in your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Powdered sugar blends so smoothly into the dough and makes them look snowy when rolled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vanilla adds that sweet, warm aroma that makes you wanna eat the whole batch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flour gives them structure, salt balances the sweetness, and pecans add that toasty, nutty crunch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rolling them in powdered sugar at the end gives that magical snowy finish that is basically Instagram worthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-making-the-cookies-\"><strong>Making the Cookies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F and line a baking sheet with parchment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I always do this because cleanup is way easier and the cookies never stick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a large bowl, I cream the butter and sugar with a hand mixer on medium for about two minutes until it is light and fluffy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pp-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1448\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pp-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pp-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pp-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pp.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This part is key because it\u2019s what makes them melt in your mouth. Then I toss in the vanilla and mix for another 30 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/os-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1446\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/os-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/os-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/os-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/os.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a separate bowl, I whisk together the flour and salt and slowly mix it into the butter mixture on low speed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/x-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1450\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/x-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/x-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/x-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/x.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just mix until combined, don\u2019t overdo it or the cookies get tough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lkd-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1444\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lkd-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lkd-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lkd-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/lkd.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then I fold in the chopped pecans with a spatula, making sure every bite gets that nutty crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/p-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1447\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/p-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/p-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/p-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/p.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I scoop out tablespoon sized balls of dough, roll them gently into little balls about an inch wide, and place them on the baking sheet about an inch apart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mlds-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1445\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mlds-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mlds-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mlds-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mlds.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They don\u2019t spread much so you don\u2019t have to worry about crowding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep an eye on them because you want the bottoms just lightly golden but the tops should stay pale and snowy looking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When they come out, I let them cool for a few minutes on the sheet, then roll each warm cookie in powdered sugar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/^p-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1451\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/^p-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/^p-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/^p-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/^p.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I usually do a second roll after they are completely cooled for that extra snowy magic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Honestly, it makes them look like they fell right out of a winter wonderland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ds-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1452\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ds-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ds-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ds-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ds-1.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-how-i-serve-them-\"><strong>How I Serve Them<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/r-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1449\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/r-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/r-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/r-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/r-2.jpg 832w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I love putting these on a platter and stacking them like a little snowy mountain. They go perfect with hot cocoa, coffee, or just by themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I sometimes throw them in holiday tins for gifts and people always freak out over them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are best at room temperature so you really get that melt in your mouth texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-leftovers-if-there-are-any-\"><strong>Leftovers if There Are Any<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I keep mine in an airtight container at room temp for about a week. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If I want them longer, I freeze them for up to three months and layer them with parchment so they don\u2019t stick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes before serving I just roll them in a little extra powdered sugar to freshen them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-tips-i-swear-by-\"><strong>Tips I Swear By<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure your butter is soft but not melted. I usually leave it out for 30 minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chop your pecans finely, it makes rolling easier and the crunch is even. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t overbake. Peek at 12 minutes because you want pale tops with just a hint of gold on the bottom. Double rolling in powdered sugar is worth it for the snowy look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if the dough is sticky, just chill it for 15 minutes and it\u2019s way easier to handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"review-box\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Leave a review\">\n  <span class=\"star\">\u2605<\/span>\n  <strong>Before You Begin!<\/strong>\n  If you make this, please\n  <a href=\"#respond\" class=\"review-link\">leave a review and rating<\/a>\n  letting us know how you liked this recipe! 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