Sandra'S Cookies

Prep: 30 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 55 Cuisine: American

Sandra's Cookies are nutty, buttery treats with a touch of cherry, perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet snack, appealing to cookie lovers and those with a sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. margarine
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 c. ground pecans
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 3 c. plain flour

Instructions

  1. Cream margarine and sugar together.
  2. Add egg yolks and plain flour; mix until combined.
  3. Refrigerate the dough until firm.
  4. Form the dough into small balls.
  5. Roll each ball in slightly beaten egg whites, then in ground pecans.
  6. Place on a greased cookie sheet.
  7. Press a piece of candied cherry on top of each cookie.
  8. Bake at 325° to 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

634 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.8g 28% DV
Total Fat 53.3g 68% DV
Carbs 28.8g 10% DV
Fiber 4.2g 15% DV
Sugar 1.1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 203.5mg 9% DV
Potassium 261.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 576.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 121.5mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 100.3mg 8% DV
Iron 4.4mg 24% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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