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Almond Cherry Snowballs

Delicious Almond Cherry Snowballs: Easy Recipe for Holiday Treats

These delightful Almond Cherry Snowballs blend toasted almonds and dried cherries, creating a festive treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup blanched almonds, toasted
  • 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar plus extra for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • food processor
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Finely chop the toasted almonds in a food processor until crumbly (avoid making almond butter).
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Fold in chopped almonds and dried cherries until thoroughly combined.
  5. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden. Allow to cool before rolling in powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 7g

Notes

Feel free to customize the dried cherries or add spices like cinnamon for a unique twist. Store in an airtight container for up to five days.

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