Hawaiian Snowballs

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these delightful Hawaiian Snowballs! Perfectly soft and buttery, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with the exotic flavors of crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and crunchy macadamia nuts. Lightly dusted in powdered sugar to achieve their signature “snowball” look, these bite-sized treats are as visually charming as they are delicious. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a short bake time, they make an excellent option for festive gatherings, everyday indulgence, or gifting. Whether you're craving a sweet island-inspired dessert or a unique twist on a classic cookie, Hawaiian Snowballs are sure to impress. Serve them alongside your favorite tropical drinks for a dessert experience that’s pure aloha!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
• 0.75 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and drained crushed pineapple to the mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped macadamia nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into balls using your hands. Place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking as the cookies should remain soft inside.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them in powdered sugar to create the 'snowball' effect. You can roll them a second time for a thicker coating, if desired.

Step 10

Store the Hawaiian Snowballs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.8 grams (804.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4049

Total Fat 291.80g	374%
Saturated Fat 167.00g	835%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 660mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 336.30g	122%
Dietary Fiber 25.90g	93%
Total Sugars 110.70g
Protein 40.60g	81%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 1059mg	23%

*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: 63.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 32.5%