Pine Nut Cookies

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Process 3/4 cup pine nuts and the sugar, almond paste, and vanilla in a food processor until fine crumbs form.

3. 3

   Add the egg; pulse to combine.

4. 4

   Add the flour, baking powder, and salt; process just until the dough comes together.

5. 5

   Roll the dough into 3/4-inch balls.

6. 6

   Roll the balls in the remaining 1 1/4 cups pine nuts, gently pressing to coat.

7. 7

   Space 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.

8. 8

   Bake until the cookies begin to turn golden brown, about 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Let cool completely on the sheets on wire racks.

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