🎉 Introduction
Nothing says Christmas baking like a soft, buttery cookie that melts instantly in your mouth. These Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies take the classic holiday snowball and elevate it with a fresh minty twist and sweet chocolate chips. Their pale green color, snowy powdered sugar coating, and irresistible melt-away texture make them a festive favorite you’ll want to bake every single year.
What makes these cookies truly special is their delicate balance of flavors — cool peppermint, creamy butter, and rich chocolate. Every bite feels refreshing, sweet, and wonderfully wintery. Whether you’re decorating holiday cookie trays, preparing gifts for loved ones, or baking for a party, these cookies always stand out. They’re simple, beautiful, and guaranteed crowd-pleasers.
The dough comes together in minutes with simple pantry ingredients, and the short baking time makes them perfect for last-minute holiday treats. If you’re a fan of mint chocolate chip ice cream, these cookies will feel like its cozy winter cousin — fun, cheerful, and full of holiday sparkle.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Small bowl for rolling in powdered sugar
🛒 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Flavor
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ teaspoon green gel food coloring
Add-Ins
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Dairy
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth, creamy, and pale.
Step 3: Add the powdered sugar to the butter and mix until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add peppermint extract and green gel food coloring, mixing until the dough turns a soft minty shade.
Step 5: Add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms.
Step 6: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips with a spatula.
Step 7: Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into smooth balls using your hands.
Step 8: Arrange the cookie balls on the baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Step 9: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden and tops remain pale.
Step 10: Let the cookies cool for 3–4 minutes, then roll each warm cookie in powdered sugar.
Step 11: Once fully cooled, roll the cookies again in powdered sugar for a snowy, festive finish.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 24–30 cookies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: 20–25 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. The powdered sugar coating stays beautiful and the texture remains soft.
Freezer
Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Reheating
Snowball cookies don’t require reheating — just serve at room temperature.
🥄 Variations
Mint White Chocolate Snowballs
Swap chocolate chips for creamy white chocolate chunks.
Extra-Minty Version
Add up to ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract for a stronger cool mint flavor.
Chocolate Mint Snowballs
Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the dough for a chocolate base.
Christmas Sprinkle Snowballs
Add red and green sprinkles to the dough.
Oreo Mint Snowballs
Fold in ½ cup crushed mint Oreos for crunch.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel?
Yes, but you may need more to achieve the same color.
2. Can I skip the green color completely?
Yes — they will still taste minty and delicious.
3. Why roll them twice in powdered sugar?
The first coat melts slightly and sticks; the second gives the perfect snowy finish.
4. Can I chill the dough?
Yes — chilling 20 minutes helps the cookies stay round.
5. Can I use salted butter?
Yes, just reduce the added salt.
6. Why did my cookies turn dry?
This usually means too much flour — always measure lightly.
7. Can I use mini chocolate chips?
Yes — they distribute even more evenly through the dough.
8. Are these cookies too minty?
No — the peppermint is subtle and refreshing.
9. Can kids help make these?
Absolutely — rolling dough balls is fun and safe.
10. Can I give these as holiday gifts?
Yes — they pack beautifully in cookie boxes or bags.
🏁 Conclusion
These Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are everything holiday baking should be — simple, festive, delicious, and full of winter charm. With their soft green center, snowy sugar coating, and cool mint-chocolate flavor, they bring magic to every bite. Whether you’re sharing them with friends, gifting them, or enjoying them with family, they’re guaranteed to brighten your holiday season.
This recipe is easy enough for beginners but impressive enough for any Christmas dessert table. Once you try them, they’ll become a must-bake tradition year after year.
Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies – Cool, Sweet & Perfect for Christmas
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Notes
Room Temperature Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week. The powdered sugar coating stays beautiful and the texture remains soft. Freezer Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Reheating Snowball cookies don’t require reheating — just serve at room temperature. 🥄 Variations
Mint White Chocolate Snowballs Swap chocolate chips for creamy white chocolate chunks. Extra-Minty Version Add up to ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract for a stronger cool mint flavor. Chocolate Mint Snowballs Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the dough for a chocolate base. Christmas Sprinkle Snowballs Add red and green sprinkles to the dough. Oreo Mint Snowballs Fold in ½ cup crushed mint Oreos for crunch. ❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel? Yes, but you may need more to achieve the same color. 2. Can I skip the green color completely? Yes — they will still taste minty and delicious. 3. Why roll them twice in powdered sugar? The first coat melts slightly and sticks; the second gives the perfect snowy finish. 4. Can I chill the dough? Yes — chilling 20 minutes helps the cookies stay round. 5. Can I use salted butter? Yes, just reduce the added salt. 6. Why did my cookies turn dry? This usually means too much flour — always measure lightly. 7. Can I use mini chocolate chips? Yes — they distribute even more evenly through the dough. 8. Are these cookies too minty? No — the peppermint is subtle and refreshing. 9. Can kids help make these? Absolutely — rolling dough balls is fun and safe. 10. Can I give these as holiday gifts? Yes — they pack beautifully in cookie boxes or bags. 🏁 Conclusion These Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are everything holiday baking should be — simple, festive, delicious, and full of winter charm. With their soft green center, snowy sugar coating, and cool mint-chocolate flavor, they bring magic to every bite. Whether you’re sharing them with friends, gifting them, or enjoying them with family, they’re guaranteed to brighten your holiday season. This recipe is easy enough for beginners but impressive enough for any Christmas dessert table. Once you try them, they’ll become a must-bake tradition year after year.
