Mexican Wedding Cookies Recipe

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Prep Time:
10 Minutes

Cook Time:
20 minutes

Servings:
40 cookies

Difficulty:
easy

Prep Time:
10 Minutes

Cook Time:
20 minutes

Servings:
40 cookies

Difficulty:
easy

INGREDIENTS

2 C. Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
1 C. powdered sugar
4 tsp. water
2 tsp. Spice Islands® Pure Almond Extract
2 tsp. Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
4 ½ C. all-purpose flour
2 C. finely chopped pecans
Powdered sugar for rolling

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F
In a stand mixer, or in a bowl with a handheld mixer, cream together the shortening and powdered sugar until blended.
Add the water and extracts; scraping the bowl as needed, and mix on med-high speed until very creamy.
On low speed, stir in the flour and pecans and mix until well blended.
Scoop out using a 1 oz. portion scoop (2 Tbsp.) and place on an ungreased or parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges begin to brown.
Roll cookies in powdered sugar while they are warm then cool on a wire rack.

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