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Red Velvet Snowball Cookies

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Soft, buttery red velvet snowball cookies with a tender cocoa-kissed interior and a generous powdered sugar coating that melts in your mouth, perfect for holidays or cozy occasions.

Ingredients

14 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

3⅓ cups powdered sugar, divided

1 large egg

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon kosher salt

2¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel or liquid)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter with 1⅔ cups powdered sugar until creamy.
  3. Add the egg, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and flour. Mix just until combined.
  4. Add red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar, mixing until the dough is crumbly but holds together when pressed.
  5. Scoop the dough into portions and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Freeze the dough balls for about 15 minutes to help them hold their shape.
  7. Bake for about 12 minutes, until the tops are set.
  8. Let cookies cool slightly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Roll cooled cookies in the remaining powdered sugar until fully coated.

Notes

Freezing the dough helps prevent spreading.

Roll cookies twice in powdered sugar for a thicker coating.

Gel food coloring gives a more vibrant red color.

Re-dust with powdered sugar before serving if needed.

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