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Brown Butter Snowball Cookies

These delicious Brown Butter Snowball Cookies combine nutty flavors and a crumbly texture, making them a healthy yet delightful treat suitable for various dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup + 1 tsp (50 g) unsalted butter, cooled and softened Unsalted butter adds rich flavor; browned butter enhances the taste.
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp + 2 tsp (20 g) powdered sugar Provides sweetness and a tender texture.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp (70 g) cake flour Contributes to a light and airy texture.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup (25 g) super fine almond flour Gluten-free alternative adding healthy fats and protein.
  • 1-2 tsp 1-2 tsp (5-10 ml) heavy cream, only if needed Gives a smoother texture to the dough.
  • 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by placing the cooled brown butter in a medium bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat on low to medium-low speed for 30–60 seconds until the butter is soft and smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar into the bowl. Beat on medium speed for 1–2 minutes until creamy and fully combined.
  3. Mix in the heavy cream (start with 1 tsp and add more if needed) and vanilla extract until everything is blended seamlessly.
  4. Add the cake flour, almond flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix on low speed for just a few seconds before increasing to medium speed.
  5. Gather the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven about 20 minutes before baking (set to 160 °C for convection ovens; 170 °C for conventional ovens).
  2. After chilling, divide the dough into 12 equal pieces (about 14 g each). Roll each piece into a smooth ball and place them on a prepared baking tray.
  3. Bake the cookies for 12–15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool on the tray for 5–10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar while still warm for a snowy effect.

Notes

For healthy modifications, consider using a sugar substitute. These cookies can be meal prepped and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a week or frozen for longer storage. Feel free to mix in nuts or chocolate chips for variation.