These delightful Walnut Cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion. With a buttery, crumbly texture and a rich walnut filling, they are both delicious and easy to make. The cookies are rolled into beautiful triangles, making them not only tasty but also visually appealing. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee, and impress your guests with their exquisite taste and presentation.
Why You'll Love This
You’ll love these Walnut Cookies for their perfect combination of buttery dough and rich walnut filling. The texture is wonderfully crumbly, and the sweetness is perfectly balanced by the earthy flavor of walnuts. The cookies are easy to make and require simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. Whether you’re baking for a special event or just want a tasty treat to enjoy at home, these cookies will surely become a favorite.
Perfect Occasion
These cookies are ideal for any event, from family gatherings to holiday parties. They are great for casual get-togethers, afternoon tea, or even as a thoughtful homemade gift. The elegant appearance of the cookies makes them suitable for more formal occasions as well. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a tea party, or simply craving a sweet treat, these Walnut Cookies are the perfect choice.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of elegance, consider dusting the cookies with powdered sugar right before serving. You can also drizzle them with a light glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness and shine. To make them even more festive, sprinkle some finely chopped walnuts on top of the glaze. For a rustic look, serve them on a wooden platter with a few whole walnuts scattered around for decoration.
Ingredients:
- 125 grams of butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons (20 ml) sunflower oil
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 250 grams all-purpose flour (approximately, until the dough reaches the right consistency)
- Pinch of salt
Filling:
- 1 egg white
- 100 grams walnuts, coarsely chopped or ground
- 30 grams sugar
For Dusting:
- Powdered sugar
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together butter, sunflower oil, powdered sugar, egg yolk, yogurt, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Gradually add baking powder and flour to the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the sugar and chopped walnuts.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 25x25 cm square.
- Spread the walnut and egg white mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Carefully roll the dough from one side to form a long roll. Cut it in half and roll each half a bit more to make it thinner and longer.
- Use a knife to cut the roll into triangles.
- Place the triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the triangles for about 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy these delicious cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
