PINE NUT SNOWBALLS

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My great aunt Commie's Russian tea cakes, along with pine nuts and amaretto, inspired this recipe. -Christianna Gozzi, Astoria, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup pine nuts, toasted and cooled
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon amaretto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place pine nuts and 1/4 cup flour in a food processor. Pulse until pine nuts are finely chopped. In a large bowl, cream butter, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in amaretto. Gradually beat in remaining flour and pine nut mixture., Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 6-8 minutes or until set. Cool on pans 2 minutes., Roll warm cookies in remaining confectioners' sugar. Cool on wire racks. When cooled, reroll cookies in confectioners' sugar. Freeze option: Freeze undecorated cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw before serving. Roll cookies in confectioners' sugar.

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Ishwor Tharu
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a great way to add a touch of elegance to your holiday dessert table.


Jeevan Laxmi
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I love the delicate flavor of these Pine Nut Snowballs. They're the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.


mhay Tuazon
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a delicious and festive holiday treat. They're sure to be a hit at your next party.


Orestis Ef
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I've made these Pine Nut Snowballs several times and they're always a hit. They're perfect for any occasion.


Joanell Roberts
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a great make-ahead treat. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months.


Ahmd Ali
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in these Pine Nut Snowballs. They're a perfect balance of flavors.


Jony Hasan
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a great way to use up leftover egg whites. They're also a delicious and elegant treat.


Romeo lslam
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I made these Pine Nut Snowballs for a cookie exchange and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Lionel Sullivan
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.


nischal Poudel
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I love the unique flavor of these Pine Nut Snowballs. They're a great alternative to traditional holiday cookies.


sparrow 2010
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a holiday tradition in my family. They're always a hit and everyone looks forward to them.


Holly Roy
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I've never made Pine Nut Snowballs before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out perfectly and everyone loved them.


Gwembe Valley
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Javed Z
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I made these Pine Nut Snowballs for my family and they were a huge success! They loved the unique flavor and texture.


Dana Cook
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These Pine Nut Snowballs are a delicious and festive treat. They're perfect for any holiday party or gathering.


Tochukwu onyebuchi
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I've made these Pine Nut Snowballs several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Gio Gutierrez
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These Pine Nut Snowballs were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.