Before the year ends, try enhancing the cookie palate by adding Classic Snowball Cookies. Also known as the Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Tea Cakes, Classic Snowball Cookies are delightful buttery, and nutty treats covered in powdered sugar. They are a perfect winter delight. The baking of the cookies can be made fun and exciting if the step-to-step guide is followed.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy. This can be done with a hand mixer or a stand mixer.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. Gently fold in the finely chopped nuts.
Take small portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should still be pale. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them in powdered sugar to coat generously. Serve with tea or coffee.