Easy Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies: The Most Festive & Buttery Christmas Treat

The holidays call for cookies that feel nostalgic, festive, and comforting — and Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies deliver all of that in one irresistible bite. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are infused with refreshing mint and dotted with mini chocolate chips, then rolled in powdered sugar to resemble little snow-covered treats.

They are simple enough for beginner bakers, yet impressive enough to earn a permanent spot on your Christmas dessert table. Whether you’re baking for a cookie exchange, holiday party, or cozy family night, these cookies bring instant holiday cheer.

What Makes These Cookies Special

Snowball cookies are known for their delicate texture and rich butter flavor. Adding mint and chocolate chips transforms them into a refreshing holiday twist on a classic favorite. The powdered sugar coating adds sweetness while giving them their iconic snowy appearance — perfect for Christmas and winter celebrations.

Ingredients

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp mint extract
• ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
• Extra powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Mix in the mint extract until evenly incorporated.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
6. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden.
9. Let cookies cool for 5 minutes, then roll in powdered sugar.
10. Cool completely and roll again in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.

Texture, Flavor & Holiday Appeal

These cookies are tender, buttery, and practically melt in your mouth. The mint flavor is refreshing without being overpowering, while the chocolate chips add just the right amount of sweetness. Their snowy appearance makes them perfect for festive platters, gift tins, and holiday dessert spreads.

When to Serve Mint Snowball Cookies

• Christmas dessert parties
• Holiday cookie swaps
• Homemade gift boxes
• Winter celebrations
• After-dinner treats with hot cocoa

Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
• Refrigerate for up to 7 days
• Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months

Easy Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

Buttery snowball cookies infused with mint and dotted with chocolate chips, coated in powdered sugar for a festive Christmas treat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 14 minutes mins

Total Time 29 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Christmas

Calories: 160

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Cookie Dough

• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp mint extract
• 0.75 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Hand mixer
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets.
2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
3. Mix in mint extract, then flour and salt.
4. Fold in chocolate chips and roll dough into balls.
5. Bake 12–14 minutes, cool slightly, and roll in powdered sugar.

Notes

For extra mint flavor, add crushed peppermint candy to the dough.