Ingredients
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- 1 Cup Nuts (pecans, walnuts or almonds – or a mixture)
- 1/4 Cup Light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 Cup Water
- 1/Tablespoon Butter, unsalted
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- Sliced almonds
Instructions
- Add the nuts, brown sugar, water, and butter to a non-stick skillet. Place the skillet over medium high heat for 5 minutes, or until the mixture starts clumping and is glossy. Stir occasionally to make sure all nuts are coated.
- Transfer the nuts to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread them on a single layer. Let them cool completely.
- Finely chop the nuts using a sharp knife or pulse in a small food processor until fine.
- Mix the cream cheese and the chopped nuts in a bowl until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Cover the mixture and begin shaping it into the shape of a pinecone.
- Starting from the thinner side of the pinecone, place the sliced almonds in a circle as shown above.
- Keep refrigerated until serving and serve alongside crackers or breadsticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
