German Black Walnut Balls
Indulge in the delicate charm of German Black Walnut Balls, a classic holiday cookie that embodies rustic elegance and old-world flavor. These tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are crafted with finely chopped black walnuts, lending their uniquely rich and earthy notes to each bite. The buttery dough is lightly sweetened and rolled into bite-sized spheres before being crowned in a snowy coating of powdered sugar. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for festive gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat. Whether you’re celebrating the Christmas season or simply craving a taste of tradition, these black walnut cookies are sure to delight. Serve them with a warm drink or gift them in decorative tins—either way, they’ll be irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup black walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until the dough comes together.
Fold in the finely chopped black walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake the walnut balls in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking as the cookies should remain tender.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in the additional powdered sugar, coating them completely.
Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Roll them in powdered sugar once more before serving if desired.
Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days, or freeze for extended storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.4 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 385.1 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 189.3 g | ||
| Protein | 45.6 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*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.
