Butterballs

Delightfully tender and irresistibly sweet, Butterballs are the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth cookies, perfect for any occasion. These classic treats are made with a rich, buttery dough infused with vanilla and packed with finely chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch. Rolled in powdered sugar not once but twice, they boast a snowy, sweet coating that beautifully complements their delicate texture. Requiring just 20 minutes of prep and a short bake time, Butterballs are a simple yet elegant addition to holiday cookie platters, tea-time spreads, or as a quick, comforting dessert. Whether you're baking for a crowd or savoring them solo, these nutty, buttery confections will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 226 grams Unsalted butter
• 90 grams Powdered (confectioners') sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 grams Finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended)
• 100 grams Powdered sugar (for rolling, additional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped nuts until well distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll it into small, smooth balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter.

Step 7

Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden. Avoid overbaking, as these cookies are meant to stay light in color.

Step 9

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes. The cookies will be fragile while warm, so handle them carefully.

Step 10

Once the cookies are slightly cool but still warm, roll them gently in a bowl of powdered sugar until fully coated. Set them on a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

When the cookies have cooled, give them a second roll in powdered sugar for a thick, snowy coating.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	784.4 grams (784.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4076

Total Fat 275.40g	353%
Saturated Fat 119.80g	599%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 41mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 391.00g	142%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 191.60g
Protein 44.80g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170mg	13%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 863mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 37.0%