CHOCOLATE ALMOND PINECONES

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Our Test Kitchen suggests this clever way of dressing up any winter dessert. Make these "pinecones" when you have some time, then use-and reuse-them on a variety of desserts...or even on a pretty plate piled with candies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6 pinecones.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tube (7 ounces) almond paste
4 ounces sliced almonds
1-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Divide almond paste into six equal portions. Form each into a cone shape, about 1-1/2 in. tall and 1 in. in diameter. Beginning at the base, insert pointed end of almonds into paste to resemble a pinecone., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Insert a toothpick into bottom of each cone. Holding over bowl, spoon melted chocolate over almonds (if needed, use another toothpick to spread the chocolate to completely cover almonds). Place on a wire rack over waxed paper; let stand until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Alex Oduro Bochway
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I made these pinecones for my kids' school bake sale and they were a huge success! The kids loved them and they were really easy to make.


Phathisani Mpofu
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These pinecones are so good! I love the combination of chocolate and almonds. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Lauren Rose
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I've made these pinecones several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty and they're so easy to make. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste great.


carlos c
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These pinecones are so cute and festive! They're perfect for any holiday party. I love that they're also a no-bake treat, so they're really easy to make.


Chad Grass
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I loved these pinecones! The almonds and toffee bits add a nice crunch and sweetness. They're also really easy to make.


Niki VanZant
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These pinecones are the perfect holiday treat! They're festive, delicious, and easy to make. I love that they're also a no-bake treat, so they're perfect for busy holiday seasons.


Alex Bellson
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I made these pinecones for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them and they were really easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Arbind Bk
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These pinecones are so cute and delicious! I love the combination of chocolate and almonds. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Anthony Nweke
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I've made these pinecones several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty and they're so easy to make. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste great.


Cat Don
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I made these pinecones for my kids' school bake sale and they were a huge success! The kids loved them and they were really easy to make.


Emmanuel Jackson
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These chocolate almond pinecones were a huge hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they look so festive. I love that they're also a no-bake treat, so they're perfect for busy holiday seasons.