~ butter - nut balls ~
(3 ratings)
I love a not too sweet cookie and one that's tender and melts in your mouth. This is another one of my Grams recipes, that we enjoyed growing up. These cookies would make a great addition to your Holiday cookie trays. Enjoy!
(3 ratings)
yield
25 - 30
prep time
10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Bake
Ingredients For ~ butter - nut balls ~
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1 csofened, butter
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1/2 csugar
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2eggs, separated
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1 tsplemon juice
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1/2 tspcinnamon, optional
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21/2 cflour
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2 tspmilk
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2 cfine chopped nuts
- IF WANTING TO MAKE AS MY DEAR FRIEND CAROL DID, WITH THE CHERRY. SIMPLY USE GLAZED CHERRIES CUT IN HALF AND PRESS INTO CENTER OF COOKIE, BEFORE BAKING.
How To Make ~ butter - nut balls ~
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1Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In a medium bowl, cream butter and add sugar gradually, beating after each addition. Add yolks and lemon juice and beat until fluffy. Add half the flour , then the milk - beat and then add remaining flour. Blend this thoroughly. -
2Shape into balls the size of a walnut. Dip the balls into lightly beaten egg whites and roll in nuts to coat.
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3Place on a greased baking sheet, or parchment paper. Bake for 20 - 23 minutes. Carefully remove from sheet to cooling rack. Can dust with confectioner's sugar if desired.
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4Enjoy!
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