Nut Nuggets Recipe

Name: Nut Nuggets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening (margarine, butter or Crisco); 3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened; 1 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp. almond extract; 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 1/3 c. finely chopped pecans; maraschino cherries, drained and halved (optional)

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening (margarine, butter or Crisco)
3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. almond extract
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/3 c. finely chopped pecans
maraschino cherries, drained and halved (optional)

1
Cream shortening and cream cheese; gradually add sugar, beat until light and fluffy.
2
Add egg and almond extract, mix well. Combine flour, soda and salt, stir mixture into creamed mixture. Chill or freeze dough.
3
Shape dough into 1-inch balls, roll in pecans.
4
Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
5
Gently press in (cherry half) or (pecan half) into center of cookie.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 16 to 18 minutes.
7
Cool on rack.
8
Yields 4 1/2 dozen.

1447

kcal

Calories

Fat

187

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 (margarine, butter or Crisco), 3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Nut Nuggets 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.

Nut Nuggets

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