Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are the ultimate bite-sized treat—soft, nutty, and rolled in a sweet dusting of powdered sugar that looks just like freshly fallen snow. With the rich flavor of peanut butter, the sweetness of chocolate chips, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Festive & Fun: The powdered sugar coating makes them look like snowy little bites.
Flavorful & Nutty: Peanut butter and chocolate are a classic, irresistible combo.
Easy to Make: Just a handful of ingredients and quick baking time.
Perfect for Sharing: Great for gifting or adding to holiday dessert trays.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Base
In a large bowl, beat together butter, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
4. Shape the Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into small balls. Place onto the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake
Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet.
6. Coat in Snowy Sugar
While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar. Once fully cooled, roll again for a thicker, snowy coating.
7. Serve & Enjoy
Arrange on a platter, gift box, or holiday tin, and enjoy the nutty, chocolatey goodness!

Nutritional Information
Calories: 105
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fat: 6g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Tips for Success
- Double Sugar Roll: Roll cookies once while warm and again after cooling for the best snowy look.
- Use Mini Chips: Smaller chocolate chips distribute better throughout the dough.
- Don’t Overbake: Cookies should be soft and tender, not crunchy.
- Festive Touch: Add a pinch of cinnamon or drizzle with melted chocolate for holiday flair.
Why This Recipe Works
These cookies combine the nutty richness of peanut butter with sweet chocolate chips, all wrapped in a snowy sugar coating. Their bite-sized shape makes them fun to eat and perfect for parties, while their soft texture keeps them irresistible.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are a holiday must-have—sweet, nutty, and dusted in snowy sugar. They’re festive enough for cookie exchanges yet simple enough to whip up any time you’re craving a cozy, melt-in-your-mouth treat. One batch is never enough, so make plenty to share!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies – A Sweet Holiday Delight
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servings15
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minutesPeanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are the ultimate bite-sized treat—soft, nutty, and rolled in a sweet dusting of powdered sugar that looks just like freshly fallen snow. With the rich flavor of peanut butter, the sweetness of chocolate chips, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Cream the Base
In a large bowl, beat together butter, peanut butter, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract. - Add Dry Ingredients
Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Fold in mini chocolate chips. - Shape the Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into small balls. Place onto the prepared baking sheet. - Bake
Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet. - Coat in Snowy Sugar
While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar. Once fully cooled, roll again for a thicker, snowy coating. - Serve & Enjoy
Arrange on a platter, gift box, or holiday tin, and enjoy the nutty, chocolatey goodness!
Notes
- Double Sugar Roll: Roll cookies once while warm and again after cooling for the best snowy look.
Use Mini Chips: Smaller chocolate chips distribute better throughout the dough.
Don’t Overbake: Cookies should be soft and tender, not crunchy.
Festive Touch: Add a pinch of cinnamon or drizzle with melted chocolate for holiday flair.