Black Walnut Cookies 🍪
Description: Another delightful recipe passed down from generation to generation, originating from my grandmother’s kitchen. These Black Walnut Cookies hold a special place in my heart, often baked during the festive season, especially Christmas, as part of a cherished tradition of creating delectable treats.
Recipe Category: Dessert 🍰
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Oven 🎄🥜
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1497.6
- Fat Content: 68.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 31.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 227.8mg
- Sodium Content: 701.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 202.8g
- Fiber Content: 5.5g
- Sugar Content: 103.9g
- Protein Content: 24.1g
Recipe Yield: Approximately 4 dozen cookies 🍪🍪🍪🍪
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 4 cups | Flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Cream of tartar |
| 1 cup | Black walnuts, chopped |
Instructions:
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Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar; set aside for later use.
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Cream Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Incorporate Eggs:
- Add beaten eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix well until fully incorporated.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the prepared dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
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Fold in Black Walnuts:
- Gently fold in the chopped black walnuts into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
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Divide and Shape Dough:
- Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each part into a log shape, patting the ends to ensure they’re flat.
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Refrigerate Overnight:
- Cover the dough logs with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or for a few hours until firm.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by greasing it lightly.
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Slice and Bake:
- Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and slice it into cookies of desired thickness. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
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Bake Until Golden:
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, or until they turn golden brown around the edges.
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Once baked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Then, indulge in the delightful flavors of these homemade Black Walnut Cookies!
These cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays or any time you crave a deliciously nutty treat. Enjoy the aroma as they bake, filling your kitchen with warmth and comfort. Happy baking! 🌟👩🍳🌰
