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Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs Recipe

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Delightfully soft and buttery Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowballs, featuring a tender crumb enhanced by sweetened condensed milk and dusted with a generous coating of confectioners’ sugar. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, plus extra for dusting

Instructions

  1. Cream the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes, to create a smooth base for the dough.
  2. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat for 2 minutes until fully combined and smooth. If using any flavor extracts (not exceeding 2 teaspoons), add them at this stage.
  3. Scrape and Mix: Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat the mixture for another 1-2 minutes to ensure an even, smooth consistency throughout the batter.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the wet mixture. Beat until just combined, taking care not to overmix. Optionally, fold in up to 1 cup of mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or candies, if desired.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough into evenly sized mounds. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
  6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C). Bake the cookies for 12 minutes until they are set but still soft.
  7. Cool on the Pan: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes, allowing them to firm up slightly before transferring.
  8. Transfer and Dust: Carefully move the cookies to a wire rack. Using a sifter, generously dust the tops with confectioners’ sugar to create the signature snowball effect.
  9. Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack before storing them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is properly softened for easier creaming and a fluffy texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding the flour to keep cookies tender.
  • Optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit add variety but should not exceed 1 cup to maintain dough consistency.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla or almond extract during the wet ingredient stage.

Keywords: sweetened condensed milk cookies, snowball cookies, butter cookies, confectioners' sugar, easy bake cookies, soft cookies

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