Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
2. Process 3/4 cup pine nuts, the sugar, almond paste, and vanilla in a food processor until the fine crumbs form.
3. Add egg; pulse to combine.
4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt; process just until the dough comes together.
5. Roll dough into 3/4-inch balls. Roll balls in remaining pine nuts, gently pressing to clat.
6. Space 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until cookies begin to turn golden brown, about 18-20 minutes.
7. Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks.