Czechoslovakian Crescent Cookies
Transport your taste buds to Eastern Europe with these delicate, buttery Czechoslovakian Crescent Cookies. A timeless holiday treat, these melt-in-your-mouth crescents are crafted from a rich blend of unsalted butter, ground walnuts, and a hint of vanilla, giving them a subtly nutty and aromatic flavor. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, their snow-kissed appearance makes them as festive as they are delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a wonderfully simple shaping technique, these cookies are perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Whether you’re creating a cookie platter or seeking the ideal accompaniment for tea or coffee, these crescent-shaped confections are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 120 grams ground walnuts
- 60 grams powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and mix on low speed until a dough forms.
Fold in the ground walnuts with a spatula until evenly distributed.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a small log about 5 cm (2 inches) long. Shape it into a crescent and place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, spacing the cookies about 2 cm apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Be sure not to overbake them.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.
While still warm, gently dust the cookies with powdered sugar using a fine-mesh sieve. Optionally, roll them lightly in the powdered sugar for a thicker coating.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.2 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.2 g | 606% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 503 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 845 mg | 18% | |
*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.
