Pine Nut Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Process 3/4 cup pine nuts, the confectioners sugar, almond paste, and vanilla in a food processor until fine crumbs form.
3. 3
   Add egg; pulse to combine.
4. 4
   Add flour, baking powder, and salt; process until dough just comes together.
5. 5
   Roll dough into 3/4-inch balls.
6. 6
   Roll balls in remaining 1 1/4 cups pine nuts, gently pressing to coat.
7. 7
   Space 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
8. 8
   Bake cookies until golden brown, about 20 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through.
9. 9
   Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks.
10. 10
    Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.