Gingerbread Snowballs – Soft, Spiced, and Perfectly Sweet

These Gingerbread Snowballs are tender, buttery cookies bursting with warm spices and rolled in a delicate coating of powdered sugar. Soft on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside, they are a festive treat that evokes the cozy flavors of the holiday season. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday gatherings, or a sweet winter snack, these snowball cookies are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Festive Flavor: Warm ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg create the perfect holiday aroma.
Soft & Melt-in-Your-Mouth: Light, tender, and perfectly spiced.
Simple Ingredients: Easy to make with pantry staples.
Great for Gifting: Beautifully dusted in powdered sugar for a festive touch.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup molasses
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

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

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

4. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

5. Shape Cookies
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.

6. Bake
Bake for 12–14 minutes, until cookies are lightly set but still soft in the center. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.

7. Roll in Powdered Sugar
While still warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar to coat completely. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 90
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fat: 3g
Protein: 1g
Fiber: 0g

Tips for Success

• Soft & Tender: Do not overbake; cookies should be just set and slightly soft in the center.
• Even Coating: Roll cookies in powdered sugar while warm for a snowy, festive look.
• Flavor Boost: Add a pinch of freshly grated ginger or a tiny dash of cardamom for extra warmth.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of molasses and warm spices gives these cookies their classic gingerbread flavor while keeping them soft and tender. Rolling them in powdered sugar creates a beautiful, snow-dusted appearance that makes them perfect for holiday celebrations.

Gingerbread Snowballs are a festive, delicious, and simple holiday treat. With soft centers, cozy spices, and a delicate powdered sugar coating, they’re perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying with a warm cup of tea or cocoa. These cookies are guaranteed to bring a touch of holiday magic to any occasion.