Description
Delight in the sweet simplicity of Condensed Milk Snow Cookies, a soft and buttery treat dusted with powdered sugar. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are made with basic pantry ingredients and baked to a delicate golden perfection, making them perfect for any occasion or a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Dusting
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your dough is prepared.
- Cream Butter and Condensed Milk: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined, which forms the base of your cookie dough.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the dough with a warm, aromatic flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning throughout the flour.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture while stirring to form a soft, manageable dough without overmixing.
- Shape Dough Balls: Take portions of the dough and shape them into small, uniform balls; this helps the cookies bake evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them adequately to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they turn lightly golden on the edges, indicating doneness.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set without breaking.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: Once slightly cooled, generously dust the cookies with powdered sugar to give them their signature snowy appearance and an extra touch of sweetness before serving.
Notes
- For softer cookies, do not overbake; remove them when edges are just lightly golden.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with condensed milk.
- You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a subtle spice variation.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For added crunch, gently press a whole almond or chopped nuts on top before baking.
