Honey Bee Snowballs

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Honey Bee Snowballs—soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with the subtle sweetness of honey and a hint of vanilla. These bite-sized treats feature a rich, buttery base combined with a dash of cornstarch for a perfectly tender crumb, and optional chopped pecans or walnuts for a delightful crunch. Rolled in a blanket of powdered sugar, they resemble delicate snowballs and deliver a festive sweetness in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a decadent homemade gift. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a cookie enthusiast, Honey Bee Snowballs are sure to create buzz around your dessert table!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the honey and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. If using chopped nuts, stir them into the dry ingredients.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are just lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.

Step 8

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, roll each cookie generously in powdered sugar to coat. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	765.7 grams (765.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3488

Total Fat 158.70g	203%
Saturated Fat 61.80g	309%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 618mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 499.60g	182%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 265.70g
Protein 38.00g	76%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127mg	10%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 708mg	15%

*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: 39.9%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 55.8%