Snowball cookies

Snowball cookies are a classic holiday treat, also known as Mexican wedding cookies or Russian tea cakes. They are rich, buttery shortbread cookies made from finely chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) and generously coated in powdered sugar, giving them their signature snowy appearance.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These cookies are high in fat and carbohydrates, primarily from butter and sugar, with a moderate amount of protein from the nuts. A typical serving of two small cookies provides roughly 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	120 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Folate	25 mcg

Per 6 cookies (84 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this simple cookie is known by many names across different traditions, symbolizing celebration and family gatherings. Nutritionally, the nuts offer some healthy fats and minerals, but the overall profile is that of an indulgent, energy-dense dessert.