Gingerbread Snowball Cookies
These Gingerbread Snowball Cookies combine buttery richness with warm spices, rolled in powdered sugar for a snowy finish, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use softened butter for better creaminess.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar For creaming with butter.
- 1/4 cup molasses Adds rich flavor.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Measure carefully.
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon For warmth.
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger For warm ginger flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 2 tablespoons additional powdered sugar For rolling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the molasses until evenly incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
- Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. To freeze, place in a freezer-safe container and thaw before serving.