Birthday Kiss Snowball Cookies
Birthday Kiss Snowball Cookies
These Birthday Kiss Snowball Cookies are everything you love about birthday cake in cookie form!
Soft, buttery snowball cookies are filled with a Hershey’s Birthday Cake Kiss and sprinkled with colorful nonpareils, making them a festive, melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s perfect for celebrations — or just because.
Imagine biting into a tender, buttery cookie and discovering a sweet, creamy birthday cake chocolate center. The sprinkles add a playful pop of color, making these cookies look as cheerful as they taste. They’re perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or just surprising someone with a little homemade joy.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
There’s something magical about combining the classic snowball cookie with a chocolate center. The result is soft, buttery, and just the right amount of sweet — plus a surprise inside that makes every bite exciting.
I love making these cookies for friends and family because they’re festive and fun. The colorful nonpareil sprinkles make them look like something straight from a bakery display, but they’re easy enough for home bakers to whip up in a single afternoon.
Kids and adults alike go crazy for these cookies, and they make any celebration feel extra special.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 24 Hershey’s Birthday Cake Kisses
- 2–3 tablespoons colorful nonpareil sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1.5-inch balls, then press your thumb or fingers in the center of each ball to create a small indentation.
- Place a Hershey’s Birthday Cake Kiss inside each indentation and gently wrap the dough around the chocolate to seal it inside.
- Roll each cookie lightly in powdered sugar, then place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Immediately after baking, press nonpareil sprinkles on top while cookies are still warm. Cool completely before serving.
Jennie’s Thoughts
These cookies make every day feel like a birthday. I love how the soft snowball exterior gives way to the creamy birthday cake Kiss inside — it’s like a little surprise in every bite. The colorful sprinkles make them feel joyful and festive, perfect for parties, cookie trays, or gifting.
Whenever I bake these, they disappear almost as quickly as they come out of the oven. They’re fun, playful, and incredibly satisfying. Plus, they’re a unique twist on a classic snowball cookie that’s sure to impress anyone who tries them.
Tips for Perfect Birthday Kiss Snowballs
- Make sure to seal the chocolate well with dough so it doesn’t melt out during baking.
- Roll twice in powdered sugar for that signature snowball look.
- Press the sprinkles on immediately after baking while the cookies are warm so they stick beautifully.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer.
Perfect for Parties & Gifting
These cookies are the ultimate celebration treat. They shine on cookie trays alongside other festive cookies like Chocolate Snowballs, Butter Pecan Snowballs, or Lemon Snowballs.
For gifting, package them in cellophane bags tied with colorful ribbon, or arrange them in a decorative tin. Every bite is a little party — they’re joyful, colorful, and impossible to resist.
If you loved these Birthday Kiss Snowball Cookies, try my Red velvet Snowball Cookies or Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies next — they’re equally buttery, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and perfect for celebrating any occasion.
