Pfeffernusse – Spicy Nut Truffles

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.Process all ingredients except the egg until you obtain a finely ground mixture.
2. 2
   Transfer to a mixing bowl.
3. 3
   Add the egg and mix until the mixture is smooth and malleable, adding just a little more egg if necessary. Do not over-handle the mixture or you will make it greasy.Shape the mixture into little balls.
4. 4
   Pour confectioners sugar over the balls, shaking out the excess.
5. 5
   Place the balls on a real (not disposable) cookie sheet lined with foil.
6. 6
   Bake 15 min, not a second longer.
7. 7
   Let the truffles cool completely before storing in an airtight tin.