Poinsettia Balls Recipe

Name: Poinsettia Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup butter; 1/3 cup honey; 1 egg; 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest; 4 teaspoons orange juice; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1/2 cup red candied cherries

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup honey
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
4 teaspoons orange juice
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup red candied cherries

1
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until softened. Beat in honey. Add egg yolk, orange peel and orange juice and mix well.
2
In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, nutmeg and salt. Add flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat until well mixed. Cover and chill at least 3 hours.
3
Preheat oven to 325 degree F.
4
Separate egg and slightly beat egg white. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in egg white and then in the nuts. Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
5
Cut each cherry into 6-8 wedges. Place 4 or 5 wedges atop each ball so that it looks like a flower; press lightly. Bake for 15-18 minutes. Remove and cool on rack.

655

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Poinsettia 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.

Poinsettia Balls

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