Cherry Bliss Snowballs
Indulge in these delightful Cherry Bliss Snowballs, where each tender cookie envelops a luscious maraschino cherry at its heart. The buttery melt-in-your-mouth texture perfectly complements the sweet and tart cherry, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat to brighten your day, these cookies are dusted with confectioners' sugar for an extra touch of elegance and sweetness. Simple to make yet impressive in taste, they are sure to be a favorite among friends and family.
30
Servings
40
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup (for creaming and additional for rolling)
all-purpose flour
2 cups (for dough)
maraschino cherries
1 (6 ounce) jar (without stems, drained and halved)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line ungreased baking sheets with parchment paper for easy removal.
2
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. The dough should be soft and easy to handle.
4
Take a tablespoonful of dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a cherry half in the center and carefully shape the dough around the cherry to form a ball. Ensure that the cherry is completely covered.
5
Place the dough balls 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly browned. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
7
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet. While they are still warm, roll them in additional confectioners' sugar until well coated.
8
Transfer the finished cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Enjoy your Cherry Bliss Snowballs!
Nutrition Information
2.67g
Fat
4g
Carbs
0.4g
Protein
1.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cherry Bliss Snowballs?
Cherry Bliss Snowballs are tender, buttery cookies that envelop a luscious maraschino cherry at their center and are finished with a dusting of confectioners' sugar.
What are the main ingredients for this recipe?
The recipe requires butter, confectioners' sugar, all-purpose flour, and maraschino cherries.
How many calories are in one Cherry Bliss Snowball?
Each cookie contains 40 calories.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (163 degrees Celsius).
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
No, you should use ungreased baking sheets lined with parchment paper for easy removal.
How should the maraschino cherries be prepared?
The cherries should be drained, have their stems removed, and then be halved.
What is the first step in making the dough?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How much flour is needed for the recipe?
You will need 2 cups of all-purpose flour for the dough.
How do I assemble the individual cookies?
Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it, place a cherry half in the center, and shape the dough into a ball to cover the cherry completely.
What size jar of cherries is needed?
The recipe calls for one 6-ounce jar of maraschino cherries.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes 30 servings.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the bottoms are lightly browned.
When is the best time to roll the cookies in sugar?
Roll the cookies in confectioners' sugar while they are still warm after cooling slightly on the baking sheet.
What kind of sugar is used for the coating?
Additional confectioners' sugar is used for rolling and coating the cookies.
Where should the cookies cool completely?
Once coated, transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
What is the fat content per cookie?
Each serving contains 2.67g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each cookie contains 4g of carbohydrates.
Is there protein in these snowballs?
Yes, each serving contains 0.4g of protein.
What is the sugar content of one cookie?
There is 1.5g of sugar per cookie.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of butter.
Should the butter be cold or softened?
The butter should be softened before mixing.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat for any occasion.
What is the texture of Cherry Bliss Snowballs?
They have a buttery melt-in-your-mouth texture that complements the sweet and tart cherry.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
How much sugar goes into the dough mixture?
1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar is used in the dough.
How far apart should I place the dough balls?
Place the dough balls 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
What should I use to line the baking sheets?
The instructions recommend lining the sheets with parchment paper.
Can I leave the stems on the cherries?
No, the cherries should be without stems for this recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, dessert, cherry, buttery, holiday treats, easy recipes, sweet, and baking.