Cherry Walnut Balls

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A surprising and delicious filling of maraschino cherries and toasted walnuts makes these sweet bites irresistible. Powdered sugar makes a quick (and delicious) topper. They will be well received as gifts also.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 325f.

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Drain maraschino cherries on paper towels.

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Pat dry to remove any excess liquid.

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Set cherries aside.

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Beat butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.

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Beat in the 1 / 2 cup powdered sugar , almond extract , and vanilla until combined , scraping side of bowl occasionally.

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Beat in as much flour as you can with the mixer.

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Stir in any remaining flour , nuts , and cherries with a wooden spoon.

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Shape dough into 1-inch balls.

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Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.

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Bake in preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until bottoms are lightly brown.

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Cool 5 minutes on cookie sheets on wire racks.

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Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar to coat and transfer cookies to wire racks and cool completely.

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If desired , roll cooled cookies in additional powdered sugar before serving.

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Makes about 48 balls.

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Bake in a preheated 325f oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until nuts are slightly golden brown , stirring once or twice'.

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Ingredients

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maraschino cherry, butter, powdered sugar, almond extract, vanilla, all-purpose flour, walnuts