Christmas Nut Balls

10 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 1/2 to 3 c. flour
  • powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 c. finely chopped nuts
  • food coloring (optional)
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. lemon extract
  • pinch of salt
  • 3 Tbsp. rum flavoring

Directions

  1. 1
    For best results, shortening should be 1/2 butter and 1/2 shortening.
  2. 2
    Cream shortening, sugar and all flavoring.
  3. 3
    Add food coloring.
  4. 4
    Blend in flour, salt and nuts, using your hands.
  5. 5
    The dough will be very stiff.
  6. 6
    Chill 1 hour.
  7. 7
    Shape into 1-inch balls. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet, 15 to 20 minutes at 350°.
  8. 8
    Roll in powdered sugar while hot.
  9. 9
    Enjoy!

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