Hazelnut Snowball Cookies

The Story & Intro

There’s something magical about Hazelnut Snowball Cookies those soft, buttery little bites that melt on your tongue like sweet winter clouds. Every year when the weather cools down, I find myself reaching for roasted hazelnuts, powdered sugar, and all the cozy flavors that bring comfort to chilly evenings. And every time I make them, I’m instantly transported back to childhood moments filled with twinkling lights, warm kitchens, and the clinking of holiday cookie tins.

But before we dive deeper, let me share a little piece of who I am.
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion — it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.

And these Hazelnut Snowball Cookies? Oh, they’re exactly that small, sweet, powdered hugs. The kind of treat that makes you want to curl up in a fuzzy blanket and share stories with the people you adore. Back in Paris, my maman used to make buttery almond cookies, and when I moved to America, I started experimenting with hazelnuts because they reminded me of chocolate-hazelnut crêpes from Montmartre. One thing led to another… and voilà! My Hazelnut Snowball Cookies were born.

They’re simple, delicious, and comforting everything I love about home baking. And today, I’m so excited to share them with you. Throughout this article, you’ll hear the keyword Hazelnut Snowball Cookies naturally sprinkled (like powdered sugar 😉), because they deserve to shine.

Let’s make some sweet winter memories together.

⏱️ Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes
• Bake Time: 12–14 minutes
• Total: About 1 hour

🛒 Ingredients

Here’s everything you need to make the softest, melt-in-your-mouth Hazelnut Snowball Cookies:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup finely chopped or ground roasted hazelnuts
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Additional powdered sugar for rolling

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

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Step 1 — Cream the Butter & Sugar

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar. You want it fluffy and light just like fresh snowfall.

Step 2 — Add Vanilla

Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated. This gives your Hazelnut Snowball Cookies their irresistible aroma.

Step 3 — Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in the flour, salt, and finely ground hazelnuts. The dough will look crumbly at first — don’t worry, that’s normal! Press it together gently until it forms a soft dough ball.

Step 4 — Chill the Dough

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape.

Step 5 — Roll into Snowballs

Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and roll into cute little balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 6 — Bake

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 minutes. They should look set but not browned.

Step 7 — Roll in Powdered Sugar

While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar, then let them cool and roll again. This double coating gives them that dreamy snowy finish.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with hot cocoa, coffee, or warm milk
• Pair with holiday dessert platters
• Add mini chocolate chips inside for a surprise
• Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence
• Package in tins for homemade gifts

Recipe Card

Hazelnut Snowball Cookies 🎄❄️

⏱️ Time
Prep: 15 min | Chill: 30 min | Bake: 12–14 min | Total: ~1 hour

🛒 Ingredients

• Butter
• Powdered sugar
• Vanilla
• Flour
• Roasted hazelnuts
• Salt
• Extra powdered sugar for rolling

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cream butter + sugar.
2. Add vanilla.
3. Mix in dry ingredients.
4. Chill dough.
5. Roll into balls.
6. Bake 350°F for 12–14 min.
7. Coat in powdered sugar twice.

📝 Notes

• Toast hazelnuts for maximum flavor
• Dough can be frozen for later
• Keep cookies in airtight container 1–2 weeks

🍽️ Nutrition (per cookie)
Approx. 120 calories | 2g protein | 8g fat | 10g carbs

Notes

• You can swap hazelnuts for pecans or almonds
• Add orange zest for a bright winter twist
• Gluten-free flour works beautifully in this recipe

🍽️ Nutrition

(Approx. per cookie)

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 8g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Sugar: 5g

Conclusion

There you have it warm, delicate, magical Hazelnut Snowball Cookies that taste like winter joy in a single bite. Whether you’re baking them for a holiday gathering, gifting them to friends, or savoring them with a quiet cup of tea, these little treats are guaranteed to bring comfort and smiles.

Baking is more than mixing ingredients it’s creating memories, sharing love, and embracing the cozy moments that make life sweet. From my French-American kitchen to yours, I hope these cookies become a yearly tradition.

Bon appétit, my friends! ❄️❤️