HAZELNUT SHORTBREAD BALLS
Stack them high! Place a mound of these Hazelnut Shortbread Balls in your favorite serving dish, place them at the center of your table, and watch them disappear as your guests delightfully enjoy.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter an 8 1/2-inch cake or springform pan; set aside. Sift together flour and salt into a small bowl; set aside. Place butter in bowl of electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment. Cream until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add sugar, and continue to beat until very light in color and fluffy, occasionally scraping down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, about 2 minutes more. Add vanilla, if using. Add flour mixture, and combine on low speed, scraping with spatula if necessary, until flour is just incorporated and dough sticks together when squeezed with fingers.
- Pat dough into prepared pan. If rolling out dough to cut into shapes, form into a flat disk; wrap in plastic. Chill until firm, at least 1 hour.
- Add 1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts (or pecans) to creamed butter-and-sugar mixture. Roll dough into 1-inch balls with your hands; chill.
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Bake until firm and just starting to color, 20 to 25 minutes.
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Masud Manny
[email protected]I'm not sure about this recipe. The hazelnut filling seems like it would be too sweet for my taste.
MD Azaharul
[email protected]I love the way these shortbread balls look! They're so festive and elegant. I can't wait to try them!
Ontor Kong
[email protected]These shortbread balls were the perfect addition to my holiday cookie platter! They were festive and delicious, and they were a big hit with my guests. I will definitely be making them again next year.
Marline Stephen
[email protected]These shortbread balls were a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I would try using a different recipe next time.
atnalta2
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of hazelnuts, but I thought I would give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The hazelnut filling was very subtle, and it didn't overpower the shortbread crust. I actually really enjoyed these cookies.
Sandhu Writes
[email protected]These shortbread balls were very easy to make, and they turned out beautifully! I love the way the hazelnut filling peeks out from the shortbread crust. They were a big hit at my party, and I will definitely be making them again.
Pasc Ltd
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of these shortbread balls! The hazelnut filling is a great way to add a bit of something different to a classic recipe. I also like the way the balls are rolled in powdered sugar before baking. It gives them a beautiful, deli
Evelyn Matebesi
[email protected]These shortbread balls were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would try adding a little bit of moisture next time, maybe in the form of milk or cream.
Abigail okojie
[email protected]I had a hard time finding hazelnuts at my local grocery store, but I'm so glad I persevered because these shortbread balls were worth the effort! The hazelnut filling was rich and nutty, and the shortbread crust was perfectly buttery. I will definite
BD SIAM
[email protected]These shortbread balls were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. The hazelnut filling was very flavorful, and the shortbread crust was nice and crumbly. I think I would try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Sk Murad
[email protected]These shortbread balls are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. The hazelnut filling is perfectly balanced with the buttery shortbread crust. I'm already planning on making a double batch for my next party.
tinytrickster
[email protected]I was looking for a new shortbread recipe to try, and I'm so glad I found this one! The hazelnut filling is a delightful twist on the classic shortbread flavor. I also love the way the balls are rolled in powdered sugar before baking. It gives them a
Aayan Zurejkhan
[email protected]These shortbread balls were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the festive appearance. They were also surprisingly easy to make, which is always a plus. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my holiday baki
uzman javaid
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of shortbread, but these hazelnut shortbread balls were a game-changer! The hazelnut filling was so rich and flavorful, and the shortbread crust was perfectly crumbly. I loved the way the flavors complemented each other. I'll de
Imran Rasheed
[email protected]These hazelnut shortbread balls were absolutely divine! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, with the buttery shortbread crust and the nutty, chewy hazelnut filling. I loved the delicate sweetness and the hint of saltiness. They were