Holiday Red Velvet Snowballs
Holiday Red Velvet Snowballs
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until well combined.
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Gradually stir in the flour, cocoa powder, and red food coloring until the dough comes together. It should have a vibrant red color.
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Gently fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Using clean hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until set but still soft. Be careful not to overbake.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
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While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar until completely coated. This will give them a snowy appearance.
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Transfer the snowball cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can roll them in powdered sugar again for an extra snowy effect.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 180 kcal
- Total Fat
- 12 g
- Saturated Fat
- 6 g
- Cholesterol
- 25 mg
- Sodium
- 100 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 16 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 1 g
- Sugars
- 5 g
- Protein
- 2 g
These Holiday Red Velvet Snowballs are a delightful addition to any Christmas cookie platter. Their rich red color and melt-in-your-mouth texture make them a festive treat that will impress your family and friends. Whether you’re baking for a holiday party or looking for a cozy afternoon activity, these cookies are sure to bring joy to your home during the holiday season. Enjoy and happy baking!