Gluten-Free Snowcap Cookies

Name: Gluten-Free Snowcap Cookies
Prep time: 3 h 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 3 h 40 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Flour (I used King Arthur Gluten Free 1:1); ½ cup Cocoa Powder; ½ cup Oil; 2 Eggs; 1 tsp Vanilla; 1 cup Sugar; ½ cup Powdered Sugar; 1 tsp Baking Powder

December 3, 2022McKenzie

A winter wonderland these snowcap cookies will transport you to a mountain chalet.

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What’s more festive than a dusting of powdered sugar over soft, chocolatey cookies that melt in your mouth? These Snowcap Cookies make the perfect gluten-free holiday treat with a cozy, wintery vibe. Roll them in powdered sugar before baking for that snowy touch—they’ll be a hit alongside other seasonal favorites like Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Bread and Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chai Cookies. And if you’re planning to fill your dessert tray, try adding Cranberry Oatmeal Bars for a burst of holiday color and flavor!

Whether you’re building a cookie platter for family or gifting homemade treats, these cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Bonus: they’re also a great activity to make with kids, especially the part where you roll the dough balls in powdered sugar “snow!”

Ingredients you’ll need

1 cup Flour (I used King Arthur Gluten Free 1:1)
½ cup Cocoa Powder
½ cup Oil
2 Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla
1 cup Sugar
½ cup Powdered Sugar
1 tsp Baking Powder

Instructions for Chocolate Snowcap Cookies

Mix together the sugar, cocoa powder, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Add in flour and mix until the batter is creamy and smooth.
Refrigerate for 3 hours. Set a timer so you don’t forget—trust me, you don’t want to skip this step for the perfect cookies!
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form dough balls and place them on a lined baking tray.
Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar to cover them in “snow.” (This is a great step for kids to help with—it’s fun!)
Bake for 10-12 minutes (14 minutes at high altitude). Let cookies rest for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Enjoy the decadent, chocolatey goodness with a fluffy powdered sugar coating. It’s like a little snow-kissed dessert in each bite!

These cookies pair perfectly with a warm drink like a hot cocoa or non-alcoholic mulled wine for a cozy evening by the fire. If you’re preparing a holiday cookie box, consider pairing these with my Gluten-Free Cherry Chip Cookies and M&M Chocolate Pretzel Treats for a delightful mix of flavors and textures.