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1. Preheat the Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugar:
– In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
– Add the vanilla extract and molasses, mixing until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
– In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
– Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
– If using, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
4. Shape the Cookies:
– Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
– Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
5. Bake the Cookies:
– Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
– Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
6. Dust with Powdered Sugar:
– While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar to coat them generously.
– Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with more powdered sugar if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 24 cookies
Enjoy these delightful Gingerbread Snowball Cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat!
