NO BAKE LEMON DROPS RECIPE - (4.7/5)

No Bake Lemon Drops Recipe - (4.7/5) image

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Number Of Ingredients 7

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2 cups finely crushed shortbread cookies
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup almonds, toasted and finely chopped
1/2 cup plus 1/2 cup finely crushed lemon drops, divided
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons light-color corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

In a large bowl stir together crushed cookies, 1 cup powdered sugar, the almonds, and the 1/2 cup crushed lemon drops. In a small bowl combine milk, corn syrup, and melted butter. Stir milk mixture into cookie mixture until well mixed. Place finely crushed lemon drops In a small bowl. Shape cookie mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in crushed lemon drops to coat. Place balls on a large baking sheet or tray. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Before serving, roll balls again in powdered sugar mixture. *Tip: To finely crush lemon drops, place candies in a heavy resealable plastic bag. Using a meat mallet or a rolling pin, crush candies into coarse pieces. Transfer the coarse pieces to a food processor; cover and process until finely crushed. To Store: Place cookies in a single layer in an airtight container; cover. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.