Hungarian Nut Crescents Recipe
Description: These Hungarian Nut Crescents are traditional treats loved by both kids and adults. They are rich in flavor and have a delightful nutty filling wrapped in a tender, flaky pastry. Don’t forget to let the dough chill overnight; it makes the rolling process much easier!
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 24 hours (Includes overnight chilling)
- Total Time: 24 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: Approximately 120 crescents
- Calories per serving: 83.8
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Butter | 1 cup |
| Shortening | 1 cup |
| Flour | 6 1/4 cups |
| Sour cream | 2 cups |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground walnuts | 3 cups |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Vanilla extract | 1 1/4 teaspoons |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Egg yolks | 3 |
| Egg whites | 3-5 |
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, cut the butter and shortening into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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In a separate bowl, mix the yeast into the sour cream, then add the egg yolks and salt. Combine this mixture with the flour mixture until smooth and the sides of the bowl are clean.
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Form the dough into a large ball and cover it. Chill the dough in the refrigerator overnight.
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To prepare the filling, mix the ground walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and stiffly beaten egg whites together in a bowl until well combined.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Sprinkle granulated sugar onto a clean pastry board.
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Divide the chilled dough into six equal portions. Keep the portions you’re not using refrigerated to maintain their firmness.
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Roll out one portion of the dough at a time on the pastry board until it’s about 1/8-inch thick. Sprinkle the rolled-out dough with additional sugar.
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Cut the dough into 2 x 2-inch squares.
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Place a small amount of the nut filling along one end of each square and roll it up into a crescent shape.
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Arrange the crescents seam side down on a greased cookie sheet.
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Prepare the egg wash by mixing one egg yolk with a few drops of water in a small bowl.
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Brush the tops of the crescents with the egg wash.
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Bake the crescents in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown.
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Once baked, remove the crescents from the oven and let them cool on wire racks.
Enjoy these delightful Hungarian Nut Crescents with a cup of coffee or tea for a truly indulgent treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
🌟 Tip: Store any leftover crescents in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. They also freeze well for longer storage. Simply thaw and reheat them before serving for that fresh-from-the-oven taste!
