SITTING PRETTY COOKIES

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A Christmas cookie favorite in our family for years. It is a simple cookie rolled in nuts, topped with white frosting and a chocolate-coated peanut.

Provided by MICHELLE9493

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     International Cookie Recipes     American Cookie Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped walnuts
1 (12 fluid ounce) can ready-to-spread vanilla frosting
1 cup candy-coated chocolate peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together butter and sugar until creamy and smooth. Stir in the egg yolks and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix together flour and salt; then slowly blend with creamy mixture. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Roll out dough into 1 inch balls. Dip balls into slightly beaten egg whites, then roll in chopped walnuts. Place balls 1 inch apart onto baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and press thumb gently into the center of each cookie. Return to oven, and bake 5 minutes more. Remove cookies to wire racks to cool. Fill top of each cookie with frosting, and top with a chocolate-coated peanut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 24.3 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 93.2 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

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I love cookies, and these Sitting Pretty Cookies are some of my favorites! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love the combination of chocolate chips, nuts, and coconut. These cookies are always a hit with my family and fr


Zonya Louw
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I always keep a jar of these cookies in my kitchen. They're the perfect snack to have on hand when I need something sweet. They're also great for unexpected guests. I just pop a few cookies in the oven, and they're ready in no time.


Sinkie Sinkie
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I live alone, so I made a single serving of these cookies. I just halved the recipe, and they turned out perfectly! I was able to enjoy a delicious cookie without having to make a whole batch.


Tukpei Umaru
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I live at high altitude, and I had to make a few adjustments to this recipe. I increased the baking time by a few minutes, and I also reduced the amount of flour by a few tablespoons. The cookies turned out great! They were perfectly baked and had a


Mehreen uzma
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I made these cookies with less sugar, and they were still plenty sweet! I used half the amount of sugar called for in the recipe, and they were still delicious. This is a great recipe for anyone who is looking for a healthier cookie option.


Samim Sorde
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I made these cookies vegan by using vegan butter and eggs, and they turned out perfectly! They were just as delicious as the regular version, and my vegan friends were so happy to be able to eat them.


Jenny wong
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I made these cookies gluten-free by using gluten-free flour, and they turned out great! They were just as delicious as the regular version, and my gluten-free friends were thrilled to be able to enjoy them.


Ernest joy
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As a professional baker, I was impressed with this recipe. The cookies were perfectly baked and had a wonderful flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie.


MohsinTanoli
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I'm an amateur baker, and this recipe was easy enough for me to follow. The cookies turned out great! They were so delicious that I ate them all in one sitting. Oops!


Tiphaine Dujon
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I'm a tough cookie critic, but these Sitting Pretty Cookies passed the test with flying colors! They're the perfect combination of sweet, chewy, and crunchy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves a good cookie.


Eliyas Siddiq
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These Sitting Pretty Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! They're festive, delicious, and easy to make. I always make a batch of these cookies for Christmas, and they're always a hit.


Leona Nealey
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I made these cookies for a party I was hosting, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in no time. I highly recommend this recipe for any party or gathering.


poritosh guddu
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As a cookie connoisseur, I can say that these Sitting Pretty Cookies are truly exceptional. The texture is perfect, with a slightly crispy exterior and a soft and chewy interior. The flavors of the chocolate chips, nuts, and coconut blend together pe


technician3 enersave
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I'm a baking novice, but this recipe was so easy to follow that even I could make it! The cookies turned out perfectly and were a huge hit with my friends and family. I'm definitely going to be making these again.


Chikadibia Matthew
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I decided to get creative with this recipe and added some dried cranberries and white chocolate chips. The result was amazing! The cranberries added a tartness that balanced out the sweetness of the chocolate chips perfectly. I highly recommend tryin


Nadir Nadir
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I made a few modifications to this recipe to make it a bit healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar. The cookies still turned out great! They were just as delicious, but with a bit less guilt


Adrian Trejo
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These cookies are the bomb! The chocolate chips and nuts give them the perfect amount of sweetness and crunch. I love that they're also so easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


MD Ziaur
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As a busy mom, I'm always looking for recipes that are quick and easy to make. This recipe fit the bill perfectly! I was able to whip up a batch of these cookies in no time, and they turned out so yummy. My kids loved them!


lillian ivy
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These Sitting Pretty Cookies were a hit at my last bake sale! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. The combination of chocolate chips, nuts, and coconut was divine. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and f