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Gluten Free Snowballs

Gluten Free Snowballs: Irresistibly Buttery Holiday Treats

Delight in these Gluten Free Snowballs, a buttery and nutty treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Use gluten-free powdered sugar if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Small amount enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Avoid imitation vanilla
  • 2 cups 1:1 Gluten Free Baking Flour Recommended brands include King Arthur or Bob's Red Mill
  • 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or omit

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • cookie scoop
  • mixing bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and salt for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the pure vanilla extract and mix for another 30 seconds to blend.
  4. Gradually mix in the gluten free baking flour until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped walnuts using a spatula.
  6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  7. Form the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set but not browned.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then roll in powdered sugar.
  10. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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