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Lemon Cream Snowball Cookies

Delightful cookies with a creamy lemon filling that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it’s at room temperature for easy creaming
  • ½ cup powdered sugar For a light sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Regular flour works wonders
  • ¼ tsp salt To enhance sweetness
  • 2 tsp lemon zest Fresh is best for bright flavor
For the Cream Filling
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened Should be creamy and spreadable
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened For a rich consistency
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed is ideal
  • ½ tsp lemon zest Extra zing!
  • 1 pinch salt To balance flavors
For Coating
  • Extra powdered sugar For that lovely snowy finish

Method
 

Make the Cream Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  2. Add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Chill this filling in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Cookie Dough
  1. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy—about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Mix in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
Shape the Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Take a tablespoon of dough, flatten it in your palm, and place ½ tsp filling in the center. Fold the dough over and roll it into a ball.
Bake the Cookies
  1. Place the cookie balls on the lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
  2. Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
Coat in Powdered Sugar
  1. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
  2. Allow them to cool completely, then give them a second roll in powdered sugar.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer preservation, refrigerate up to a week or freeze for about 2 months.