Traditionally, I bake these for Christmas. A cross between sweet breads and cookies, they're also something that I have been asked to make for weddings. I'm a widow with two grown sons and five grandchildren. -Ruth Gilhousen, Knoxdale, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Add cottage cheese; mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight. , For the filling, combine apricots and water in a saucepan. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. , Pour into a blender; cover and process on high speed until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; stir in sugar. Cover and chill. , For topping, combine almonds and sugar; set aside. On a floured surface, roll the balls into 2-1/2-in. circles. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling onto each. Fold dough over filling and pinch edges to seal. , Place on greased baking sheets. Brush tops with egg white; sprinkle with almond mixture. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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