Persian Walnut Cookies
Delight your taste buds with Persian Walnut Cookies, a gluten-free treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of finely ground walnuts with the warm, aromatic notes of cardamom. These delicate cookies are effortlessly elegant, requiring just a handful of pantry staples like egg whites, sugar, and a splash of vanilla. The recipe involves whipping egg whites to soft peaks for a light texture, while a finishing sprinkle of chopped walnuts adds extra crunch to every bite. Perfect for tea time or as a simple yet indulgent dessert, these cookies come together in under an hour and are naturally sweet with a unique Persian twist. Whether you’re craving something nutty, aromatic, or truly special, Persian Walnut Cookies are an unforgettable choice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Walnuts
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Finely chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the walnuts into a food processor and grind them into a fine meal. Be careful not to over-process, as you don’t want to release too much oil.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form soft peaks.
Gradually add the sugar to the egg whites, whisking until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
Gently fold in the ground walnuts, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop heaped tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between the portions as the cookies will spread slightly.
Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the finely chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops are slightly firm to the touch.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy the cookies on their own or with tea for a perfect afternoon treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.5 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 94.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*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.
