Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups butter softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract
  • 2 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose
  • 1 1/2 cups almonds finely chopped
  • 14 ounces chocolate kisses
  • 1 x powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening

Method

  • In large bowl, beat butter, sugar and lemon extract until light and fluffy.
  • Add flour and almonds; beat at low speed until well-blended.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour for easier handling.
  • Shape scant tablespoon dough around each candy kiss, covering completely.
  • Roll in hands to form ball.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 375F (190C) Ffor 8 to 12 minutes or until set and bottom edges are light golden brown.
  • Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets.
  • Cool completely.
  • Lightly sprinkle cooled cookies with powdered sugar .
  • In small saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips and shortening, stirring until smooth.
  • Drizzle over each cookie.