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These Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth delights with a soft, crumbly texture. The sweetened condensed milk adds richness, making these cookies extra smooth and perfect for the holiday season or any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until creamy and smooth.
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough forms. If you’re using nuts, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts at this point.
- The dough should be soft but slightly sticky. If it’s too sticky to handle, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are golden on the bottom but still soft on top.
4. Coat the Cookies:
- While the cookies are baking, place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Once the cookies are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. While they are still warm, roll each cookie in the powdered sugar to coat them.
- Place the coated cookies on a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Serve:
- After the cookies are fully cooled, you can give them another light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra snowy look before serving.
Tips:
- Nut-Free Option: If you don’t want nuts in your cookies, simply leave them out for a classic, nut-free version.
- Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. They also freeze well if you want to make them in advance.
- Flavor Variations: You can experiment with different extracts, like almond or hazelnut, for a twist on the flavor.
These Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies are soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet with a festive look—ideal for holiday cookie trays or any sweet occasion!
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