Crunchy Snowball Bliss Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Crunchy Snowball Bliss Cookies, a festive treat perfect for the holiday season. Buttery shortbread bites are generously studded with crunchy bits of Nestle Crunch bars, creating a delightful contrast with each melt-in-your-mouth morsel. These cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for that classic snowball appearance, making them not only delicious but also visually enticing. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet gift to loved ones, these cookies are sure to bring joy to everyone’s palate.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 1/2 cups (softened)
powdered sugar
3/4 cup (plus 1/4 cup for rolling)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon
flour
3 cups
Nestle Crunch bars
5 (2 1/8 ounce) (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 3/4 cup of powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
3
Add the salt and vanilla extract, mixing well to incorporate.
4
Gradually add in the flour, mixing until the dough is just combined—be careful not to overmix.
5
Fold in the chopped Nestle Crunch bars, ensuring an even distribution throughout the dough.
6
Using your hands, shape the dough into 1 1/4-inch balls and place them 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the bottoms have turned a light golden brown.
8
As soon as the cookies are out of the oven, sift 1/4 cup of powdered sugar over the hot cookies.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before carefully transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
10
For an extra touch, dust the cooled cookies with additional powdered sugar before serving or storing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crunchy Snowball Bliss Cookies?
They are festive buttery shortbread cookies filled with crunchy Nestle Crunch bar pieces and rolled in powdered sugar.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long do these cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake for 10-12 minutes until set and the bottoms are light golden brown.
What ingredients do I need for the dough?
You will need softened butter, powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, flour, and chopped Nestle Crunch bars.
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of softened butter.
Do I need to use granulated sugar?
No, this recipe uses powdered sugar for both the dough and the coating.
How much powdered sugar goes into the cookie dough mixture?
You should use 3/4 cup of powdered sugar for the creamed mixture.
What size should the cookie balls be?
The dough should be shaped into 1 1/4-inch balls.
Should I grease the baking sheets?
No, the recipe specifies using ungreased baking sheets.
How far apart should I place the cookies on the tray?
Place the dough balls approximately 1 inch apart.
How many Nestle Crunch bars are needed?
The recipe requires five 2 1/8 ounce Nestle Crunch bars, chopped.
When should I first apply powdered sugar to the cookies?
Sift 1/4 cup of powdered sugar over the cookies immediately after they come out of the oven while they are still hot.
How long should the cookies cool before moving them to a wire rack?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes.
Is there a second coating of sugar involved?
Yes, for an extra touch, dust the cooled cookies with additional powdered sugar before serving.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They have a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread texture with a crunchy contrast from the chocolate bar bits.
Should I overmix the dough after adding flour?
No, you should mix until the dough is just combined to avoid a tough texture.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
Can I use these cookies for gifts?
Yes, they are described as an ideal sweet gift for loved ones during the holidays.
What is the primary category for this recipe?
These are categorized as cookies and desserts, specifically holiday treats.
Do I need to use eggs in this recipe?
No, this recipe does not list eggs as an ingredient.
What is the preparation for the butter?
The butter should be softened before creaming it with the sugar.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 3 cups of flour.
How much salt is added?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Are these cookies suitable for Christmas?
Yes, they are specifically noted as a festive treat perfect for the holiday season.
What gives the cookies their snowball appearance?
The round shape and the coating of powdered sugar create the classic snowball look.
How should the Nestle Crunch bars be prepared?
The bars should be chopped into small pieces before being folded into the dough.
Can I use a different chocolate bar?
While the recipe specifies Nestle Crunch, you could experiment with other crispy chocolate bars for a similar texture.
How do I ensure the chocolate bits are distributed evenly?
Carefully fold the chopped chocolate bars into the dough until they are spread throughout.
What happens if I bake them too long?
Overbaking can make the cookies dry and the bottoms too dark; they should only be light golden brown.
Is the flour added all at once?
The recipe suggests adding the flour gradually to ensure it incorporates properly without overmixing.