"Snow on the Mountain" cookies are a classic and beloved confection that has been enjoyed by generations of cookie lovers. These delightful treats are characterized by their soft and chewy interiors, which are complemented by the sweet and crunchy coconut topping. With their unique texture and irresistible flavor, it's no wonder that "Snow on the Mountain" cookies have become a staple in many households.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SNOWY MOUNTAIN COOKIES
I was so excited to bake these with my mom after coming home from studying abroad in Germany. They remind me of the Swabian Alps I could see from my room there. Be careful not to overheat the white chocolate; it'll lose that attractive shine. -Stephanie Bouley, North Smithfield, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Add chocolate chips and, if desired, walnuts; mix well. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until firm enough to roll, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. triangle-shaped cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges begin to brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool on pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., Meanwhile, in a microwave, melt white baking chips; stir until smooth. Dip cookie tops in melted chips; sprinkle with nonpareils. Let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
MOUNTAIN COOKIES
I've been making these deliciously different cookies for about 11 years. My kids especially like the creamy coconut filling. Whenever I take these cookies, people ask for the recipe. You'll be hard-pressed to eat just one! -Jeanne Adams, Richmond, Vermont
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Make a deep indentation in the center of each cookie. Bake at 350° until the edges just start to brown, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , For the filling, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanilla until smooth. Add pecans and coconut. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon into each cookie. , For topping, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter with water; stir until smooth. Stir in sugar. Drizzle over cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN
Steps:
- Put the chicken in the crock-pot. Add two cups of water. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook on high 2-3 hrs until done.
- Cut chicken into small chunks, and make gravy with the broth that you drain off the chicken. I use cornstarch, but use flour if you prefer, for the gravy. Cook rice for 10 people. Your guests will bring the other 9 items. (See Notes below)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN GREEN BEANS
This is a side dish of fresh green beans cooked in olive oil and lemon juice and topped with feta cheese.
Provided by Carrie Wildes
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add green beans, and cook uncovered until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the beans are almost tender, drain and add to the skillet. Continue cooking the green beans in the butter until they are tender, about 2 minutes more.
- Season the beans with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Place onto a warmed serving dish, and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 171.9 mg, Sugar 2 g
SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN COOKIES
Crackled chocolate mounds dusted with powdered sugar.
Provided by Lori Edwards
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix together almonds, cocoa and baking powder and melted chocolate. Set aside.
- In another bowl beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy . Then beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in chocolate mixture and refrigerate until firm enough to roll into small balls.
- In two small bowls add the white and icing sugar to each bowl. Shape cookie dough into 1" balls, then roll first in white sugar, then in the icing sugar and place on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350°F 12 to 14 minutes, until top of cookies crack. Cool on baking sheet.
SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN COOKIES
Steps:
- In bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt and mix together. Melt 1 cup of the chocolate chips in microwave or over double boiler on the stove, and stir until smooth. In mixer bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and mint extract to the butter mixture and beat together until blended. Beat in eggs. Gradually mix in flour until just blended in. Gently stir in remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. Preheat oven to 350. Cover or wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill until very firm. Shape dough into 1-inch balls, roll them in a thick layer of confectioners sugar, and place 2-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes until tops are crackly but cookies are still soft in middle. Let stand on cookie sheet 5 minutes and then move to cooling rack to cool completely.
SNOW TOP COOKIES
My mom has made these cookes for Christmas since I was a kid. They are chocalate cookies rolled in powdered sugar. They are excellent Christmas cookies.
Provided by Rebecca L Davis
Categories Dessert
Time 28m
Yield 24-36 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix butter and sugar together. Add cocoa, baking powder, milk, vanilla, salt, and eggs. Last add flour slowly. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until mixture can be rolled into balls. Roll into small balls and coat with powdered sugar. Bake at 350 for 8 to 10 minutes.
SNOW ON THE MOUNTAIN I
This makes a beautiful dish and is a favorite of my family and friends at Christmas. It is rich but so delicious
Provided by Judy Bowen
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 19
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9 x13 inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl combine flour, sugar, baking soda, dates, pecans, eggs, vanilla extract and salt. Mix well and spread evenly between prepared pans.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Crumble into small pieces and cool.
- In a large bowl combine oranges, bananas, pineapple and sugar.
- On a large serving platter spread 1/2 of crumb mixture. Spoon fruit mixture on top. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over fruit. Spread whipped cream over crumbs, sprinkle with coconut and top with cherries. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 124.9 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
ROCKY MOUNTAIN COOKIES (NO BAKE)
These "snow"-capped cookies require no baking. Use any dry cereal or any cookies. They can also be made with milk chocolate.
Provided by Olha7397
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 38 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt dark chocolate over gentle heat.
- Combine marshmallows, cereal, cookies, peanuts and cherries.
- Pour the melted chocolate over nut/cereal mixture and combine well.
- Spoon mixture onto waxed paper lined baking sheets in mounds that resemble (very roughly) little mountains.
- Melt white chocolate. Spoon some white chocolate on each cookie and let it run down the "peak" like snow caps on a mountain. Makes 38 cookies.
- In the Kitchen with Bonnie Stern.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.6, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 0.6, Sodium 18.1, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.4
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Make sure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh for the best rise.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
- Bake the cookies until they are set but not overbaked. Overbaking can make the cookies dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before enjoying them. This will help them to set and develop their full flavor.
Conclusion:
Snow on the Mountain cookies are a classic Christmas cookie that is easy to make and always a hit. With their soft and chewy texture, sweet coconut flavor, and festive appearance, they are sure to be a favorite of both kids and adults alike. So next time you're looking for a special holiday treat, give Snow on the Mountain cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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