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My neighbors love the fact that I use Taste Recipes recipes so much cause they get to have a little of every new recipe that I try.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rustycar58"},"reviewBody":"Very easy to make and have a wonderful hint of citrus. 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Since my family does not like hazelnuts, I substituted walnuts and they were fabulous.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"xicota"},"reviewBody":"These are yummy! They taste even better the day after baking. Very easy to prepare. I like the combo of hazelnuts and walnuts. A keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"carolynstowers"},"reviewBody":"I made the Snowballs today, Mexican Wedding cookies is my favorite of all cookies. I didn't have an orange so I used a lemon and lemon extract. They came out lovely and very tasty. I also used pecans for the nut. I have added this recipe to my recipe folder for future use. I'm sure I will be using this recipe for many years to come.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"J-zel"},"reviewBody":"Just made these yesterday for our Christmas get-together. I couldn`t find orange extract so I used lemon extract and also added more orange zest. For the nuts, I used almonds; they were really finely crushed, powdery, and the package size was just what I needed.They are really, really good! Making them into balls was a bit time consuming but then I baked 28 in just one batch so it wasn`t that bad.Will definitely make these again, and not just for Christmas. :D","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cyndee84"},"reviewBody":"Please tell me what I did wrong, I made the recipe exactly as stated and when I put in the oven the spread out like a regular cookie and they did not taste very well. I am not sure what I did wrong??","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"fresh246"},"reviewBody":"'","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JoanieC1965"},"reviewBody":"LOVED this recipe. Such a nice twist to have a butter cookie with orange high-lights. Course this recipe would be simple to exchange for any of the citrus flavors and or nut combinations you desire. Mine turned out great with the walnut\/hazlenut combo. And I used the zest of an entire orange - way more than 1 teaspoon as the recipe called for. It was delish! Made them for Valentine's Day packaged in cute little cello bags. They were a hit. I will definitely be making these time and time again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"murphygranny"},"reviewBody":"Loved them. Gave a few away but ate the rest myself. Am going to make again soon. They're not just for Christmas.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"46066","romance_copy_dek":"These nutty, buttery cookies will melt in your mouth, leaving just a trace of orange flavor. An old recipe from my mom in North Dakota, they used to be reserved only for weddings and special occasions. 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Loved them. Gave a few away but ate the rest myself. Am going to make again soon. They're not just for Christmas.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"03\/03\/2012 07:47","GUID":"dba777f544cf4aa4a4220cb8027c31f1","MemberId":5977305,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"murphygranny","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2012 07:47"},{"Comment":"
LOVED this recipe. Such a nice twist to have a butter cookie with orange high-lights. Course this recipe would be simple to exchange for any of the citrus flavors and or nut combinations you desire. Mine turned out great with the walnut\/hazlenut combo. And I used the zest of an entire orange - way more than 1 teaspoon as the recipe called for. It was delish! Made them for Valentine's Day packaged in cute little cello bags. They were a hit. I will definitely be making these time and time again!<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"02\/14\/2012 19:03","GUID":"3068b60e02fd42dfaa064370f51312b9","MemberId":4847213,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JoanieC1965","SubmittedDate":"02\/14\/2012 19:03"},{"Comment":"
'<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"12\/30\/2011 16:57","GUID":"e8a893b4384f499fb5e2c46cfd1d60ed","MemberId":6270616,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"fresh246","SubmittedDate":"12\/30\/2011 20:51"},{"Comment":"
Made these today using orange zest instead of just grated peel. Next time I think i will add a touch of orange food coloring to give it a color other than dough. The powdered sugar did not ahere to it as well as in the photo. Decreased the amount of nuts to 1\/3 cups because it seemed to be a lot. Tasted a bit flour-like to me and were more "crumbly" than melt in your mouth type, but the family enjoyed them.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"12\/30\/2011 16:57","GUID":"e8a893b4384f499fb5e2c46cfd1d60ed","MemberId":6270616,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"fresh246","SubmittedDate":"12\/30\/2011 16:57"},{"Comment":"
Just made these yesterday for our Christmas get-together. I couldn`t find orange extract so I used lemon extract and also added more orange zest. For the nuts, I used almonds; they were really finely crushed, powdery, and the package size was just what I needed.<\/p>
They are really, really good! Making them into balls was a bit time consuming but then I baked 28 in just one batch so it wasn`t that bad.<\/p>
Will definitely make these again, and not just for Christmas. :D<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"12\/25\/2011 11:39","GUID":"E77E861A50F644029D7381EF6AE39582","MemberId":4126703,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"J-zel","SubmittedDate":"12\/25\/2011 11:39"},{"Comment":"
I made the Snowballs today, Mexican Wedding cookies is my favorite of all cookies. I didn't have an orange so I used a lemon and lemon extract. They came out lovely and very tasty. I also used pecans for the nut. I have added this recipe to my recipe folder for future use. I'm sure I will be using this recipe for many years to come.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"12\/23\/2011 21:09","GUID":"999726ca96524fe780204d50b94bd66d","MemberId":4001197,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"carolynstowers","SubmittedDate":"12\/23\/2011 21:09"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"12\/22\/2011 12:00","GUID":"df9348e162dc4920ba2f4e43cdeda9ad","MemberId":6387332,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"FarmerJoe","SubmittedDate":"12\/22\/2011 12:00"},{"Comment":"
These are yummy! They taste even better the day after baking. Very easy to prepare. I like the combo of hazelnuts and walnuts. A keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"12\/24\/2010 21:27","GUID":"B510FBF49BB9446584DAF9A51A5F5242","MemberId":944314,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"xicota","SubmittedDate":"12\/24\/2010 21:27"},{"Comment":"
These cookies were wonderful. I'll never make regular snowball cookies again. Since my family does not like hazelnuts, I substituted walnuts and they were fabulous.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"12\/31\/2009 21:12","GUID":"087def0b273842718da634e06e0591a7","MemberId":4723782,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"buxtehude","SubmittedDate":"12\/31\/2009 21:12"},{"Comment":"
Quick and easy with just a hint of orange.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"11\/29\/2009 15:21","GUID":"b78506f67bcb41d9a1dc127028556110","MemberId":1097248,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"bamma8","SubmittedDate":"11\/29\/2009 15:21"},{"Comment":"
Very easy to make and have a wonderful hint of citrus. It looks like a new family favorite for the holidays...or anytime.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"11\/21\/2009 13:23","GUID":"49f771acda9240e09aa6c5a2121e6961","MemberId":4588367,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"rustycar58","SubmittedDate":"11\/21\/2009 13:23"},{"Comment":"
I first made these yesterday and had to make another batch again today! They are wonderful and so easy to make, sort of reminds me of an orange creamsickle. My neighbors love the fact that I use Taste Recipes recipes so much cause they get to have a little of every new recipe that I try.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"11\/02\/2009 19:00","GUID":"4b6e642438a74feb8f9a1e3cab7233d2","MemberId":2988219,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Vkruzin","SubmittedDate":"11\/02\/2009 19:00"},{"Comment":"
Please tell me what I did wrong, I made the recipe exactly as stated and when I put in the oven the spread out like a regular cookie and they did not taste very well. I am not sure what I did wrong??<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/17\/2009 18:40","GUID":"53ee2d4dc76c4ac699fea31c80f35f4c","MemberId":4003086,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"cyndee84","SubmittedDate":"10\/17\/2009 18:40"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51664,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44023,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311758,"name":"Cookies","slug":"cookies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311693,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"From easy to decadent to downright delicious, these cookie recipes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Find all of your favorites, including chocolate chip, peanut butter, snickerdoodles and more.","parent":310796,"count":3012,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cookies\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Nutty Orange Snowballs"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n