Triple Walnut Cookies

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4
Triple Walnut Cookies recipe for nuts lover
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 1/3 ounces salted butter , softened ( a generous 2/3 cup )
5 1/3 ounces shortening ( a generous 2/3 cup )
4 ounces cream cheese
5 1/2 ounces sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla
1 1/3 cups flour
1 cup oat flour
1 pinch nutmeg
1/3 cup ground walnuts
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup currants ( optional )
turbinado sugar , for rolling
32 walnut halves
maple syrup , for brushing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
245
Sugar
10g
Fat
21g
Triple Walnut Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert recipe for anyone who loves walnuts. These cookies are crunchy on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside, making them the perfect snack or dessert. They are also packed with protein and fiber from the walnuts, which can help keep you full and satisfied for longer. Plus, the maple syrup brushed on top gives them a slight sweetness that balances out the nutty flavor. Overall, these cookies are a great addition to your baking repertoire and are sure to be a hit with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, shortening and cream cheese until well combined.
3.Beat in the sugar, vanilla, flour, oat flour, and nutmeg until the dough comes together.
4.Fold in the ground walnuts, chopped walnuts, and currants (if using).
5.Scoop out 2 tablespoon balls of dough, roll in turbinado sugar, place on a lined baking sheet and press a walnut half into the top of each dough ball.
6.Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the cookies are golden and set.
7.Remove from the oven and brush each cookie with the maple syrup.

PROS

Triple Walnut Cookies are bursting with nutty flavor and have a nice crunch with every bite.

They are perfect for those who love walnuts and want to add a bit of extra protein and fiber into their diet.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and fat.

Make sure to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet, and be careful if you have a nut allergy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
They have been shown to lower cholesterol levels and improve heart health, making them a great addition to any diet.
They also contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may have cancer-fighting properties.

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