Classic Walnut Cookies
Indulge in the timeless comfort of homemade Classic Walnut Cookies, a treat that blends buttery richness with the nutty crunch of chopped walnuts. Perfectly golden with crisp edges and a soft center, these cookies are crafted with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to create a simple yet irresistible dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy recipe yields 24 servings, making it ideal for holiday baking, afternoon snacks, or sharing with loved ones. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or cooled to perfection, these walnut-infused cookies offer a delightful balance of sweetness and texture that’s guaranteed to satisfy cookie lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until they are fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the cookies once they are completely cooled, and enjoy their buttery crunchiness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 279.1 g | 358% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.4 g | 657% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1946 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 498.3 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.6 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
