Snow Globe Cookies
These adorable and delicious snow globe sugar cookies are so much fun to enjoy this holiday season. These cookies are not only so tasty but also add a touch of magic to any dessert table. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making and decorating these festive cookies!
How To Make Snow Globe Cookies
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a larger bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar together on low speed until light and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing between each addition. Add the vanilla.
Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl again, then add in the dry ingredients and mix to combine until a soft dough forms.
Shape and Bake:
Scoop and roll the cookies into 5-6 Tbsp.-sized balls of dough. Flatten them slightly into a disc shape and place each cookie about 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating.
Make the Buttercream:
Cream the butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and salt.
Gradually add one tablespoon of heavy cream at a time until the buttercream is smooth. Use a silicone spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl as you mix. Dye the buttercream two different shades of green.
How to Store Snow Globe Cookies
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For longer storage, place the cookies in an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Decorating Tips
Creating the Snow Effect:
Spread 1-2 tablespoons of buttercream on each cooled cookie using a silicone spatula.
Press the frosted side of the cookie into a plate of shredded coconut to create a snowy appearance.
Making the Trees:
Place a mini chocolate-filled waffle cone on top of each coconut-coated cookie.
Use a small star tip to pipe green buttercream up and down the cone, resembling a Christmas tree.
Adding Details:
Decorate the trees with sprinkles to mimic ornaments and a star on top.
Carefully top each cookie with a clear ornament half to complete the snow globe effect.
Recipe Alternatives
Flavor Variations:
Substitute almond extract for vanilla in both the cookies and buttercream for a nutty twist.
Add a touch of peppermint extract to the buttercream for a refreshing holiday flavor.
Alternative Decorations:
Use colored sugar instead of shredded coconut for a different look.
Swap mini waffle cones for mini pretzel rods to create different tree textures.
How to Decorate Snow Globe Cookies
Basic Steps:
Spread the buttercream, add coconut, place the cone, and pipe the tree.
Get creative with the details: use different sprinkles, edible glitter, or tiny candies.
Advanced Techniques:
For a more detailed look, use royal icing to pipe intricate designs on the trees.
Use edible markers to draw tiny scenes or characters on the cookies before adding the buttercream.
Snow Globe Cookies
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12-15
servings20
minutes8
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Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, room temperature
2 tsp. vanilla extract
- Buttercream
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
3 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. salt
2 -3Tbsp. heavy whipping cream
2-3 drops green gel food coloring
- Decorating
2 cups shredded, sweetened coconut
30 mini chocolate filled waffle cones
sprinkles 12-15
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate, larger bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar together on low speed until light and creamy—about 2 minutes.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl then add in the eggs one at a time mixing between each addition. Add the vanilla.
- Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl again then add in the dry ingredients and mix to combine until a nice, soft, dough forms.
- Scoop and roll the cookies in about 5-6 Tbsp. sized balls of dough. Place them onto a cookie sheet then flatten them slightly into a disc shape. Place each cookie about 1 1/2″ apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden brown of the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating.
- To make the buttercream, cream the butter together with an electric mixer or in the owl of a stand mixer fit with the paddle attachment until smooth. Add the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla and salt. Gradually add one tablespoon of heavy cream at a time until the buttercream starts to come together. Use a silicone spatula to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl as you mix. Dye the buttercream two different shades of green.
- Once the cookies have cooled completely, use a silicone spatula to spread about 1-2 tablespoons of buttercream on top of each cookie. Place the frosted cookie down on a plate of shredded coconut.
- Place a small cone on top of each coconut coated cookie then use a small star tip to pipe green buttercream up and down the small cones. Add sprinkles to the christmas trees and on top of the christmas trees.
- Top each cookie with a clear ornament half.
- Repeat these steps for each cookie and enjoy!
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