Nut Macaroons
Meringue-like macaroons are sometimes called kisses. They were popular around the turn of the century and they're still a favorite Christmas cookie.
Prep Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Servings:
Makes about 40 cookies.
Ingredients
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3 egg whites
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1 cup sugar
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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2 cups finely chopped hickory nuts or pecans
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Desired candied fruit pieces
Directions
1.
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in mixing bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (tips bend over). Gradually add sugar, beating at high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold in flour and nuts.
2.
Drop by rounded teaspoons onto a parchment-paper-lined cookie sheet. Bake in a 400 degree F oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 1 to 2 minutes; press a piece of candied fruit into the top of each cookie. Remove and cool on wire rack. Makes about 40 cookies.
Nutrition information
Calories 59, Total Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 4 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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