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Almond Snowball Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these Almond Snowball Cookies, a gluten-free and dairy-free treat made with almond flour, roasted almonds, and a hint of almond extract. These bite-sized cookies are baked until golden and coated in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almond Flour
  • 2/3 cup Powdered Sugar (divided, 1/3 cup + 1/3 cup)
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Roasted Almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Melted Dairy-Free Butter (Unsalted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray the paper with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, half of the powdered sugar (1/3 cup), chopped roasted almonds, melted dairy-free butter, and almond extract. Stir thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
  3. Form Dough: Use your hands to squeeze and knead the mixture into a dough ball. If the dough feels too dry and crumbly, add a little extra melted vegan butter, one teaspoon at a time, until the dough holds together and can be shaped.
  4. Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion gently into a ball and place them spaced out on the prepared baking sheet with about a thumb’s distance between each cookie.
  5. Flatten Slightly: Press down slightly on the top of each cookie ball with your hand to flatten them a bit, keeping them thick in shape for a soft interior.
  6. Bake: Bake on the center rack of your oven for 15 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown on the edges.
  7. Cool Before Coating: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, making them easier to handle for coating.
  8. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Transfer cookies gently to a bowl filled with the remaining 1/3 cup of powdered sugar. Roll the cookies carefully to coat them completely in powdered sugar.
  9. Final Cooling: Place the coated cookies on a cooling rack until completely cool to set the sugar coating perfectly.

Notes

  • Using almond flour makes these cookies naturally gluten-free and adds a rich, nutty flavor.
  • If you prefer, swap dairy-free butter with regular unsalted butter for a non-vegan version.
  • Adding extra melted butter will help if the dough is too dry; do this incrementally to avoid making the dough too wet.
  • Ensure the cookies cool completely before serving to maintain their delicate texture and sugar coating.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: Almond Snowball Cookies, Gluten-Free Cookies, Dairy-Free Cookies, Vegan Cookies, Almond Flour Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Easy Baking

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