Santa's Whiskers I

This recipe was given to me at a Christmas cookie exchange. Try using rum extract in place of the vanilla for extra nippy flavor.

• Calories: 150 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ¾ cup flaked coconut
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• 2 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup finely chopped red and green candied cherries

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In mixer bowl, cream together butter or margarine and sugar. Blend in milk and vanilla. Stir in flour, candied cherries and nuts.

Step 2

Form into 2 rolls, each 2 inches in diameter and 8 inches long. Roll in coconut.

Step 3

Wrap and chill several hours or overnight.

Step 4

Slice 1/4 inch thick. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) oven for 12 minutes or till edges are golden.