Description
These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies combine creamy peanut butter, sweet chocolate chips, and a powdered sugar coating for a festive, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfect for holiday celebrations or everyday indulgence, these cookies are easy to make and always a hit.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until dough forms.
- Fold in mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts (optional).
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar:
- While warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve as a holiday treat, gift, or snack anytime.
Notes
For added crunch, use crunchy peanut butter or include chopped nuts.
To avoid spreading, chill dough for 30 minutes before shaping.
Swap mini chocolate chips for dark chocolate chunks for a richer flavor.
These cookies store well and freeze beautifully for make-ahead convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 24 cookies
