Snowball Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 tablespoon (15g) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks/226g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-18 minutes per batch

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the bowl. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions and place each portion on a lightly floured surface. Flatten the dough with your hands and roll it out to a thickness of 1/2 inch.
6. Cut out snowball shapes using a 3-inch round cutter. Place the snowball cutouts on the prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges of the snowballs are golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the cake):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender crumb
• Crisp edges
• Slightly sweet and buttery flavor
• Easy to make with readily available ingredients

User Comments:

• "This is the best snowball cake I've ever had! The texture is perfect, and the flavor is amazing."
• "I love that this recipe is so simple. I was able to whip up a batch for my guests in just 20 minutes."
• "The snowballs are a hit every time I make them. They're perfect for any occasion."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough. This will result in a tough cake.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
• If the snowballs start to brown too quickly, reduce the oven temperature by 25°F.
• Let the snowballs cool completely before frosting or decorating them.