Description
These delicious Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are the perfect festive treat! Soft, buttery, and packed with mini chocolate chips and a refreshing hint of peppermint, they are dusted in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add peppermint extract and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set but not browned.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Roll warm cookies in additional powdered sugar.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Make sure not to overbake the cookies to maintain their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- You can adjust the amount of peppermint extract to your preference for a stronger or milder mint flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes