Pine Nut Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Process 3/4 cup pine nuts and the sugar, almond paste, and vanilla in a food processor until fine crumbs form.
3. 3
   Add the egg; pulse to combine.
4. 4
   Add the flour, baking powder, and salt; process just until the dough comes together.
5. 5
   Roll the dough into 3/4-inch balls.
6. 6
   Roll the balls in the remaining 1 1/4 cups pine nuts, gently pressing to coat.
7. 7
   Space 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.
8. 8
   Bake until the cookies begin to turn golden brown, about 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Let cool completely on the sheets on wire racks.