Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowballs
Ideal for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or cozy nights at home, these cookies are as easy to make as they are delicious. Their buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich peanut butter flavor make them a seasonal treat that’s hard to resist!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour scooped and leveled
- 2 cups mini chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter, peanut butter, and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually stir in the flour until a soft dough forms, then fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Shape the Cookies:
- Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place each ball about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake:
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden brown. Be careful not to overbake; the cookies will firm up as they cool.
Cool and Roll in Powdered Sugar:
- Allow the cookies to cool for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet. Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Double-Coat in Powdered Sugar:
- Once the cookies are fully cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for a snowy finish. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.