Description
Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs are delicate, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth with a subtle sweetness. These easy-to-make treats feature a soft dough enriched with sweetened condensed milk, baked to perfection, and dusted generously with confectioners’ sugar for a snowy finish. Perfect for festive occasions or a delightful afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Cream the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes, to create a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually incorporate the sweetened condensed milk into the butter, beating continuously for 2 minutes until fully combined and smooth. If using any flavoring extracts, add them now, but do not exceed 2 teaspoons.
- Scrape and Mix: Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated and beat the mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve a uniform, smooth consistency.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the butter mixture. Beat gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough. Optionally, fold in up to 1 cup of mix-ins such as chocolate chips or dried cranberries at this point.
- Shape the Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough into evenly sized mounds. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing each mound about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Bake the cookies for 12 minutes until they are lightly set but not browned.
- Cool on the Pan: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes to firm up.
- Transfer and Dust: Transfer the cookies carefully to a wire rack. Using a sifter, generously dust the tops of the cookies with confectioners’ sugar to create the signature snowball appearance.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack before storing in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Optional flavor extracts such as vanilla or almond can be added but should not exceed 2 teaspoons.
- Add mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried cranberries for variation, folding in up to 1 cup during the dry ingredient step.
- Ensure butter is softened for easy creaming and a smooth dough texture.
- Bake at a lower temperature to prevent browning and maintain a tender cookie.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
