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Chocolate Almond Pinecones

By: Taste of Home Test Kitchen

"Our Test Kitchen suggests this clever way of dressing up any winter dessert. Make these 'pinecones' when you have some time, then use--and reuse--them on a variety of desserts...or even on a pretty plate piled with candies."

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Prep Time:
25 Min

Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

7 ounces almond paste
4 ounces sliced almonds
1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Directions

Divide almond paste into six equal portions. Form each into a cone shape, about 1-1/2 in. tall and 1 in. in diameter. Beginning at the base, insert pointed end of almonds into paste to resemble a pinecone.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Insert a toothpick into bottom of each cone. Holding over bowl, spoon melted chocolate over almonds (if needed, use another toothpick to spread the chocolate to completely cover almonds). Place on a wire rack over waxed paper; let stand until firm.