PORCUPINE COOKIES

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Rolling this chocolaty dough in almonds creates a "porcupine" look. They toast while the cookies bake, saving you a step!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, melted chocolate, orange zest and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, cardamom and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight., Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in almonds. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly set. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BLACK_ DEVI
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I had some trouble getting the cookies to hold their shape. I think I might have needed to chill the dough for longer.


Uttam Bhattarai
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I found that these cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Mrr MamuN AhmeD
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and unique.


Tlou Mphela
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I've never been a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed these cookies. The chocolate and coconut flavors balance each other out perfectly.


Noorullah Tiktok
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.


Victor Mutumba
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These are the best cookies I've ever had!


Mofij Bay
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I'll definitely be making these cookies again.


NFA Vax
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Yum! These cookies are amazing.


Lusanda Sphokazi
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These cookies are so good! I love the crispy edges and the soft, chewy centers. They're the perfect combination of chocolate and coconut.


Rana Sonu
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I wasn't sure how these cookies would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're delicious! The chocolate and coconut flavors go perfectly together.


Seth graham
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These cookies are a family favorite. We make them every year for Christmas. They're always a hit with everyone.


Meliza Lazarina
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I love the unique flavor of these cookies. The combination of chocolate, coconut, and oats is perfect. They're also really easy to make.


Emmy Great
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They love rolling the dough into balls and pressing them into the sugar. The cookies always turn out delicious.


Laxmi Giri
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're soft and chewy with a crispy edge. I love dipping them in milk.


MADISON DAVIS
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of chocolate and coconut.


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