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Almond Joy Snowball Cookies Recipe

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Almond Joy Snowball Cookies are delightful, small bites combining rich butter, sweet shredded coconut, crunchy almonds, and a dusting of powdered sugar. These cookies offer a perfect balance of nutty and sweet flavors in a soft, tender texture, making them a joyful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Finishing Ingredient

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to ensure cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well combined, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
  3. Add Vanilla and Egg: Beat in the vanilla extract and the large egg until fully incorporated, which adds flavor and moisture to the dough.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and keeping the cookies soft.
  6. Add Nuts and Coconut: Stir in the chopped almonds and shredded sweetened coconut to fold in texture and flavor.
  7. Scoop Dough: Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
  8. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden, signaling they are perfectly baked without overcooking.
  9. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
  10. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Once completely cooled, roll each cookie in powdered sugar until fully coated, adding the signature snowball sweetness and appearance.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened but not melted for proper creaming.
  • Do not overmix the dough as it can make the cookies tough.
  • For extra flavor, toast the almonds lightly before adding.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • These cookies freeze well; roll in powdered sugar after thawing.

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