πͺ Cardamom Walnut Cookies Recipe πͺ
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 48 cookies
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Sweet, < 60 Mins
Description:
These delightful Cardamom Walnut Cookies are a special treat inspired by HeyJude’s love for cardamom and her handy tip on storing it in the freezer. π
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cardamom, divided
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 lemon zest, finely grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups walnuts, finely chopped
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a medium bowl, mix 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom with the powdered sugar. Set this aromatic mixture aside. π |
| 2 | In another large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of cardamom, butter, vanilla extract, lemon peel, and salt. π |
| 3 | Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the ingredients until they are well blended. This should create a fragrant and creamy mixture. π§ |
| 4 | Add the all-purpose flour and chopped walnuts to the bowl. Continue beating until a cohesive dough forms, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. π₯£ |
| 5 | Gather the dough into a ball and wrap it in plastic. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This chilling process helps the flavors meld and makes the dough easier to handle. βοΈ |
| 6 | Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup. πͺ |
| 7 | Taking about a generous tablespoon of dough for each cookie, roll the dough into 48 small 3/4-inch balls. Place these balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them out to allow for spreading. π |
| 8 | Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until they turn a beautiful golden hue, which should take around 25 minutes. π |
| 9 | While the cookies are still warm, sift the powdered sugar and remaining cardamom mixture over them. Gently turn the cookies to ensure they are coated evenly. β¨ |
| 10 | These Cardamom Walnut Cookies can be stored in an airtight container and enjoyed for up to 3 days. However, they are so delicious that they might not last that long! π |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 100.2
- Total Fat: 6.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 10.2mg
- Sodium: 12.9mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 1.1g
These Cardamom Walnut Cookies are a delightful combination of fragrant cardamom, crunchy walnuts, and buttery goodness. π°π Perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or gifting to friends and family, they are sure to become a favorite treat in your baking repertoire. Enjoy! πͺβ¨
