Best 4 Peppermint Snowball Cookies Recipes

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Peppermint Snowball Cookies, also known as Mexican wedding cookies, are a beloved holiday treat that melts in your mouth. With their delicate, crumbly texture and sweet, minty flavor, these bite-sized cookies are a perfect addition to any festive gathering. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this comprehensive guide will provide you with the step-by-step instructions and helpful tips you need to create these delightful cookies that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PEPPERMINT SNOWBALL COOKIES



Peppermint Snowball Cookies image

'Tis the season for cookie making. Get in the spirit with these festive peppermint cookies that look like mint-snowballs.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint candies (12 candies)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint candies (12 candies)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Mix 1/4 cup crushed candies and 1/4 cup powdered sugar; reserve. Mix butter, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup crushed candies and the vanilla in medium bowl. Stir in flour and salt.
  • Shape dough by level measuring tablespoonfuls into balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set but not brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet; roll in reserved candy mixture. Cool completely on wire rack. Roll in candy mixture again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 60 mg

PEPPERMINT SNOWBALL COOKIES



Peppermint Snowball Cookies image

The holidays don't begin around our house until a batch of these cookies is baking in the oven. Their wonderful aroma scrumptiously says, "Christmas!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup ground nuts, optional
FILLING:
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon milk
3 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies
1 drop red food coloring, optional
TOPPING:
1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour. Stir in nuts if desired. Knead dough until smooth. If dough is too soft to shape, refrigerate for 15 minutes., In small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, milk, candy and food coloring if desired. Roll tablespoonfuls of dough into balls. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a deep indentation in the center of each. , Fill with 1/4 teaspoon filling. Cover with 1/4 teaspoonfuls of dough; seal and gently reshape into balls. Combine topping ingredients; roll balls in topping. , Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until firm. Roll warm cookies in remaining topping; cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEPPERMINT SNOWBALL COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Herb     Christmas

Yield 32 Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup crushed peppermint hard candies
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup crushed peppermint hard candies
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal ® all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325. Mix 1/4 cup crushed candies and 1/4 cup powdered sugar; reserve. Mix butter, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup crushed candies and the vanilla in medium bowl. Stir in flour and salt. Shape dough by level measuring tablespoonfuls into balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set but not brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet; roll in reserved candy mixture. Cool completely on wire rack. Roll in candy mixture again.

PEPPERMINT SNOWBALL COOKIES



Peppermint Snowball Cookies image

'Tis the season for cookie making. Get in the spirit with these festive peppermint cookies that look like mint-snowballs.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint candies (12 candies)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint candies (12 candies)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Mix 1/4 cup crushed candies and 1/4 cup powdered sugar; reserve. Mix butter, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup crushed candies and the vanilla in medium bowl. Stir in flour and salt.
  • Shape dough by level measuring tablespoonfuls into balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set but not brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet; roll in reserved candy mixture. Cool completely on wire rack. Roll in candy mixture again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 60 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality peppermint extract for the best flavor.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set, about 10-12 minutes. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before rolling them in powdered sugar.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Peppermint Snowball Cookies are a classic holiday cookie that is easy to make and always a hit. With their light and fluffy texture, minty flavor, and festive appearance, these cookies are sure to be a favorite of everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive cookie to bake, give Peppermint Snowball Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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