Chocolate Snowballs

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups butter, softened
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted peanuts
• Sifted powdered sugar

Preparation

1. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add granulated sugar and vanilla, beating well.
2. Combine flour, cocoa, salt, and nuts; gradually add to butter mixture, beating until blended.
3. Portion dough by teaspoonfuls, and roll into balls; place on ungreased baking sheets.
4. Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes. Roll warm cookies in sifted powdered sugar.