MAPLE NUT PATTIES

        1 egg white                       1 cup maple sugar
        2 tbsp cold water                 powdered sugar
        2 oz unsweetened chocolate        42 walnut/pecan halves
        1 tsp vanilla                     

Beat egg whites slightly. Beat in water, then fold in chocolate, vanilla, and maple sugar. Add enough powdered sugar to make a fondant that can be shaped, about 2-½ cups.

Roll into small balls, about half an ounce each. Flatten and press a walnut or pecan into each. Makes 42.

Adapted from “Best Chocolate & Cocoa Recipes” (1931). Discover more vintage recipes at the Padgett Sunday Supper Club (clubpadgett.com)!