Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs Recipe
Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs are soft, buttery cookies with a delicate crumb and subtle sweetness enhanced by a light dusting of confectioners’ sugar. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you crave a classic, comforting cookie with a rich flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
Coating
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Cream the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes to ensure a smooth texture for the cookies.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually mix in the sweetened condensed milk, beating continuously for 2 minutes until fully combined. If desired, add up to 2 teaspoons of flavoring extract at this stage for an extra hint of flavor.
- Scrape and Mix: Scrape down the sides of the bowl to incorporate all ingredients evenly, then beat the mixture for another 1-2 minutes to achieve a cohesive and smooth dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the butter mixture. Beat until just incorporated to avoid overmixing. Optionally, fold in up to 1 cup of mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or candies for added texture and flavor.
- Shape the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough into evenly sized mounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Space each mound about 2 inches apart to allow even baking and spreading.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C) and bake the cookies for 12 minutes until they are lightly golden and set but still tender.
- Cool on the Pan: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes to firm up slightly before handling.
- Transfer and Dust: Carefully transfer the cookies to a wire rack and use a sifter to generously dust them with the confectioners’ sugar, creating the classic snowball appearance.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding vanilla or almond extract during the wet ingredient mixing step, but do not exceed 2 teaspoons.
- To make these cookies vegan, substitute butter with a plant-based margarine and use a vegan condensed milk alternative.
- Mix-ins such as chocolate chips, dried fruit, or chopped nuts are optional but add delightful texture variations.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Make sure not to overbake; the cookies should remain soft and not crispy.
Keywords: sweetened condensed milk cookies, snowball cookies, holiday cookies, buttery cookies, easy baked treats
