Gram's Snow Balls

Vegetarian
Gram's Snow Balls
45 min.
48
46kcal

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Welcome to a delightful treat that will transport you back to cherished family gatherings—Gram's Snow Balls! These irresistible little confections are not only a feast for the eyes but also a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave you craving more. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether as a light antipasti, a starter, or a sweet snack, these vegetarian delights are sure to impress your guests.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 48 servings, making them ideal for parties, holiday celebrations, or simply to enjoy at home. Each Snow Ball is a delicate blend of buttery goodness, finely chopped walnuts, and a hint of vanilla, all rolled into bite-sized morsels that are baked to perfection. The final touch of rolling them in confectioners' sugar gives them a snowy appearance, making them as beautiful as they are delicious.

At only 46 calories per piece, you can indulge without the guilt! The rich, nutty flavor combined with the sweetness of the sugar creates a harmonious balance that will delight your taste buds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of Gram's Snow Balls that will become a beloved staple in your recipe collection. Your friends and family will be asking for seconds, and you’ll be proud to share this treasured recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar for decoration
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon caster sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup walnut pieces chopped

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  2. Mix together all ingredients except the confectioner's sugar.
  3. Roll dough into small balls and place on cookie sheets.
  4. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes.
  5. Roll in confectioner's sugar while cookies are still warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories46kcal
Protein5.56%
Fat67.04%
Carbs27.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.48
Glycemic Load
1.53
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.0021739161533%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:46.18kcal
2.31%
Fat:3.53g
5.44%
Saturated Fat:1.37g
8.56%
Carbohydrates:3.25g
1.08%
Net Carbohydrates:3.01g
1.1%
Sugar:0.98g
1.09%
Cholesterol:5.08mg
1.69%
Sodium:15.33mg
0.67%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.43%
100%
Protein:0.66g
1.32%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.06%
Copper:0.04mg
2.13%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.93%
Folate:7.23µg
1.81%
Selenium:1.03µg
1.47%
Vitamin A:59.58IU
1.19%
Phosphorus:11.82mg
1.18%
Magnesium:4.48mg
1.12%
Iron:0.19mg
1.07%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.03%
Source:Allrecipes