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Peppermint Bark Snowball Cookies

Peppermint Bark Snowball Cookies
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Peppermint Bark Snowball Cookies are a festive holiday treat combining buttery, soft snowball cookie texture with the refreshing crunch of crushed peppermint bark and creamy white chocolate. These cookies deliver a perfect balance of melt-in-your-mouth softness and minty sweetness, ideal for cozy winter gatherings or gifting.

Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for coating
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Festive Mix-ins

  • 1 cup chopped peppermint bark (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dough: Start by creaming the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  2. Fold in Peppermint Bark and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped peppermint bark pieces and white chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough, taking care not to overmix.
  3. Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1 to 1.5-inch balls, ensuring even sizing for consistent baking. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart to allow for slight spreading.
  4. Bake Until Just Set: Bake the cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft to maintain a tender texture.
  5. Roll in Powdered Sugar: While still warm but cool enough to handle, gently roll the cookies in powdered sugar to create their signature snowy coating, adding an extra layer of sweetness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and even baking.
  • Chop peppermint bark finely to distribute the minty crunch without overpowering texture.
  • Do not overbake; remove when edges turn golden to keep centers soft and buttery.
  • Double-coat in powdered sugar for an extra snowy appearance and sweetness.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before storing to maintain shape and texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container with parchment layers to prevent sticking.
  • Dough can be prepared a day ahead and chilled for enhanced flavor and easier shaping.

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