Walnut Crescents
Indulge in the timeless charm of Walnut Crescents, buttery cookies delicately crafted with ground walnuts for a rich, nutty flavor and an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly sweetened with a dusting of powdered sugar, these crescent-shaped treats are as visually appealing as they are delicious, making them an ideal choice for holiday platters or everyday indulgence. With a short prep time of just 20 minutes and a simple ingredient list that includes pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and vanilla extract, these cookies are easy to whip up yet taste utterly luxurious. Serve them alongside a warm cup of tea or coffee for a cozy afternoon snack, or package them as gifts for friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a newcomer to cookie-making, Walnut Crescents are a foolproof recipe that delivers elegant, crowd-pleasing results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 120 grams Ground walnuts
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until combined.
Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, followed by the ground walnuts, to form a soft dough. The dough should hold together but not be sticky.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it between your palms to form a small log. Shape it into a crescent by bending the ends slightly inward.
Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
While the cookies are still warm, gently roll each one in powdered sugar until fully coated. Set them back on the wire rack to cool completely.
Store the walnut crescents in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 274.3 g | 352% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.7 g | 604% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 380.4 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 182.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 855 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.
