Nut Nuggets

Nut Nuggets

Nut Nuggets is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1 c. shortening (margarine, butter or crisco), 3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg and 1 tsp. almond extract, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.

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πŸ”— Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

Cream shortening and cream cheese; gradually add sugar, beat until light and fluffy.

Add egg and almond extract, mix well. Combine flour, soda and salt, stir mixture into creamed mixture. Chill or freeze dough.

Shape dough into 1-inch balls, roll in pecans.

Place on ungreased cookie sheets.

Gently press in (cherry half) or (pecan half) into center of cookie.

Bake at 350Β° for 16 to 18 minutes.

Cool on rack.

Yields 4 1/2 dozen.

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