Walnut Shortbread Cookies
Delightfully buttery and irresistibly nutty, these Walnut Shortbread Cookies are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers. Crafted with rich unsalted butter, crunchy chopped walnuts, and a hint of vanilla, these cookies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or afternoon tea. The dough is chilled for easy slicing, ensuring perfectly shaped rounds every time, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Ready in just over half an hour, this simple yet indulgent recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, homemade gifts, or satisfying your sweet tooth any day of the week. Bake a batch of these delectable walnut cookies and enjoy their timeless charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 260 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 120 grams Chopped walnuts
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until the dough begins to come together.
Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
After chilling, slice the dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.3 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.6 g | 603% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 345.5 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.5 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| 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.
