Perfect Blueberry Almond Snowball Cookies Recipe
Soft, buttery cookies dusted with powdered sugar, featuring bursts of sweet-tart blueberry and the subtle crunch of almonds. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
- 1 cup blanched almonds, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried blueberries
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped almonds and dried blueberries using a spatula or wooden spoon. Make sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. The cookies should be set but not browned—they’ll maintain their snowy appearance.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the cookie sheets for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them in powdered sugar until well coated. For extra snowball flair, roll them a second time.
Notes
[‘Make sure your butter is properly softened before mixing for the creamiest texture.’, ‘Don’t skip the cooling step before rolling in powdered sugar to avoid clumping.’, ‘If the dough feels too crumbly, add a teaspoon of milk to bind it together.’, ‘Lightly toast the almonds before chopping for extra flavor.’, ‘Use high-quality dried blueberries for the best taste.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: blueberry cookies, almond cookies, snowball cookies, holiday cookies, easy dessert recipe