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Cherry Snowball Cookies

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Cherry snowball cookies are buttery, tender cookies with bits of maraschino cherries and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for the holidays or anytime you’re craving a nostalgic, sweet treat that melts in your mouth.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries (drained and patted dry)
  • Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  5. Fold in chopped maraschino cherries until evenly distributed.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Let cookies cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  9. Once cooled completely, roll again in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.

Notes

  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture.
  • A hint of almond extract enhances the cherry flavor.
  • Roll in colored sanding sugar for a festive twist.
  • Dried cherries can be used, though maraschino cherries yield a softer, sweeter result.

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