Cocoons

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and 1/3 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add vanilla.
3. 3
   Blend flour in gradually.
4. 4
   Add nuts.
5. 5
   Pinch off small quantities and shape into 1 1/2-inch cocoons with palms of hands. Place 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 12 minutes or until cocoons dry out.
7. 7
   While still warm, roll in remaining 1/3 cup of sugar.
8. 8
   Makes 3 dozen.