Chocolate Kiss Snowball Cookies

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Chocolate Kiss Snowball Cookies: A Sweet Surprise for the Holidays

There’s something timeless about snowball cookies. Their delicate, buttery texture and powdered sugar coating feel like a winter wonderland on a plate. This year, I added a chocolatey twist to this classic cookie by tucking a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each one!

These Chocolate Kiss Snowball Cookies are easy to make and absolutely irresistible. The crumbly cookie dough melts in your mouth, and just when you think it can’t get any better, you hit the creamy chocolate surprise hidden inside.

Perfect for holiday cookie swaps, gift boxes, or enjoying with a cup of cocoa, these cookies are a must-try for your festive baking lineup.

Let’s dive into this delicious recipe that brings a little extra magic to a classic treat!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 32 Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Kisses, unwrapped
• 2 cups powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Incorporate Flour:
   Gradually stir in the flour until the dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
3. Chill the Dough:
   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to make the dough easier to handle.
4. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
5. Shape the Cookies:
   Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it slightly in your palm, and place a Hershey’s Kiss in the center. Wrap the dough around the Kiss, rolling it into a smooth ball. Repeat for all 32 cookies.
6. Bake:
   Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
7. Cool and Roll:
   Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then carefully roll them in powdered sugar while still warm. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Double Coating:
   Once the cookies have fully cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for an extra snowy finish.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

These Chocolate Kiss Snowball Cookies take the classic buttery, crumbly snowball and elevate it with a creamy milk chocolate surprise. They’re simple yet elegant, making them a delightful addition to any holiday dessert table.

The powdered sugar coating gives them a festive, snow-dusted appearance, while the hidden chocolate center makes every bite magical.

Make these cookies this season, and watch them disappear as quickly as snowflakes on a warm day. They’re perfect for sharing with family and friends—or keeping for yourself as a well-earned treat after wrapping gifts!

Happy baking, and may your holidays be as sweet as these cookies!