There’s something unmistakably magical about the scent of butter and vanilla filling the kitchen on a December afternoon. Grandma’s Snowball Cookies have been a DeMarcus family favorite for generations—delicate, nutty, and dusted twice in powdered sugar for that irresistible “snowy” finish. Each bite melts in your mouth, evoking memories of laughter and cozy gatherings around the table. Simple ingredients and a touch of love transform these little snowballs into the essence of the holiday season. Whether baked for gifting or shared fresh from the oven, they’re a timeless taste of Christmas comfort.
Ingredients:
3 sticks of butter
1/2 cup of evaporated milk
1tsp of vanilla
3 1/2 cups of flour
3/4 cup of powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups of coarsely chopped walnuts (pecans ok too)
Directions:
Cream butter until very light and fluffy. Beat in the milk a little at a time until it is all incorporated into the butter. Add vanilla. Resift the powdered sugar and add it a little at a time to the butter, then add the flour. Add nuts. Roll into very small, bite-sized bits of dough, approximately 1 tsp for each cookie. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F until golden brown - about 15 minutes. Roll in powdered sugar, let them sit for 20-30 minutes, and then roll them in the powdered sugar again. This batch will make about three dozen snowballs.