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Nut Butter Balls

SUBMITTED BY: Marcia 

"Rich and buttery. If you don't have almond extract, you can use 2 teaspoons of vanilla in its place. Any type of nuts can be used in place of the walnuts."
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This recipe has been rated 14 times with an average star rating of 4.6
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Original recipe yield 4 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts

DIRECTIONS

  1. Mix butter or margarine with sugar until creamy. Add salt, almond or vanilla extract, flour, and nuts. Mix WELL.
  2. Chill dough until firm enough to handle.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  4. Using fingers, shape dough into 1 inch balls or crescents. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until light brown. While cookies are still warm, roll in powdered sugar. These keep well.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 19, 2003 by Renee 
I made these once with almonds and almond extract, and once with hazelnuts (filberts) and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 13, 2003 by TRICIA PERROTTI 
Really easy to make, very nutty...nice holiday cookie when you don't have time to spare! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 31, 2003 by PRENSES 
delicious! we have made them for the last couple holiday seasons. they are a favorite of my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 21, 2007 by California Cookin' 
Yes! These are absolutely NUT BUTTER BALLS! I followed the directions exactly. Made 9 dozen... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 27, 2004 by SAPROPER 
Extremely easy and tasty...a few adjustments...I used only 1 cup of nuts w/ an extra 1/2 c... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 29, 2003 by JAMMER1068 
I added a little extra Almond extract and these cookies were awesome. They were a hit at... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 23, 2005 by Brenda S. 
I took these to work for our Christmas celebration. They all loved them! Several asked for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 21, 2004 by SVONESE 
They were great! Really easy. We ended up using only 1/2 inch balls/cresents, because the 1... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 21, 2004 by GINAH1 
These are great with chopped pecans instead of walnuts. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.64 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 1, 2005 by Cindy Hall 
Very good. A tad floury in taste but I'm pretty sure that was my fault for not measuring... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Nut Butter Balls

Servings Per Recipe: 24

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 166

  • Total Fat: 12.7g
  • Cholesterol: 21mg
  • Sodium: 127mg
  • Total Carbs: 11.5g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.8g
  • Protein: 2.3g

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