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    Almond Pine Cones for Yule Log Cake (Bûche De Noël)

    Published: Nov 7, 2022 by Michelle · Leave a Comment

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    These Almond Pine Cones are a cute and all-edible decoration for yule log cake (Bûche de Noël), or anytime.

    Almond pine cones on a white round marble.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    This simple recipe makes 4 pine cones, which is perfect for a large Bûche de Noël yule log cake.

    It's not very sweet at all.

    The pine cones are completely edible and you can also enjoy them as a mini dessert or snack on their own.

    You'll only need 5 pantry ingredients to make them.

    Ingredients you'll need

    • almond flour: which is ground almonds, into a fine powder
    • powdered sugar: also known as icing sugar
    • peanut butter: use smooth, creamy peanut butter
    • almond flakes/sliced almonds
    • cocoa powder: for dusting

    Almond pine cones on a white round marble.

    How to make the almond pine cones

    Combine almond flour, icing sugar and peanut butter to form a dough.

    Divide the dough into 4 pieces.

    Form each dough into a pine cone shape, similar to an egg shape.

    Stick almond flakes into cone, starting from the top to the bottom.

    Place finished pine cones onto a small baking tray lined with parchment paper.

    Freeze almond pine cones right away to retain their shape.

    When ready to assemble or enjoy, remove pine cones out from freezer and place around the yule log and dust with icing powder/cocoa powder.

    How to store

    Store the almond pine cones in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    How to use

    Use the almond pine cones as decorations for yule log cake, or other Christmas or festive desserts.

    Or simply enjoy them as a treat.

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    Be sure to check out these recipes:

    Perfect Bûche de Noël (Yule Log)

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    Almond Butter Mini Egg Cookies

    Easy Double-Baked Almond Croissants

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    Let me know if you try out this recipe -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    Almond pine cones on a white round marble.

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    Almond Pine Cones for Yule Log Cake (Bûche De Noël)

    These Almond Pine Cones are a cute and all-edible decoration for yule log cake (Bûche de Noël), or anytime.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 178kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 33 g ground almond flour
    • 8 g powdered sugar + extra (½ Tbsp) for dusting
    • 33 g peanut butter smooth, creamy
    • ½ C almond flakes
    • ½ teaspoon cocoa powder for dusting
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    Instructions

    • Combine almond flour, icing sugar and peanut butter to form a dough.
    • Divide the dough into 4 pieces.
    • Form each dough into a pine cone shape, similar to an egg shape.
    • Stick almond flakes into cone with pointed side out, starting from the top to the bottom.
    • Place finished pine cones onto a small baking tray lined with parchment paper.
    • Freeze almond pine cones right away to retain their shape.
    • When ready to assemble or enjoy, remove pine cones out from freezer and place around the yule log and dust with icing powder/cocoa powder.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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