Christmas Nut Balls

Name: Christmas Nut Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 1/2 c. sugar; 2 1/2 to 3 c. flour; powdered sugar, sifted; 2 c. finely chopped nuts; food coloring (optional); 1 tsp. vanilla; 1 tsp. lemon extract; pinch of salt; 3 Tbsp. rum flavoring

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Christmas Nut Balls – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, flour, powdered sugar, nuts, food coloring. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
2 1/2 to 3 c. flour
powdered sugar, sifted
2 c. finely chopped nuts
food coloring (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. lemon extract
pinch of salt
3 Tbsp. rum flavoring

1
For best results, shortening should be 1/2 butter and 1/2 shortening.
2
Cream shortening, sugar and all flavoring.
3
Add food coloring.
4
Blend in flour, salt and nuts, using your hands.
5
The dough will be very stiff.
6
Chill 1 hour.
7
Shape into 1-inch balls. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet, 15 to 20 minutes at 350u00b0.
8
Roll in powdered sugar while hot.
9
Enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening, 1/2 c. sugar, 2 1/2 to 3 c. flour, powdered sugar, sifted, and more.

Yes, Christmas Nut Balls falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Servings
4 servings
Category
General

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