German Black Walnut Balls

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10

Decadent German Black Walnut Balls recipe for your sweet tooth

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

Fat

10g

German Black Walnut Balls are a classic German Christmas cookie, but they can be enjoyed all year round. These bite-sized balls are made with butter, sugar, flour, brandy, and chopped walnuts. The combination of these simple ingredients creates a rich and buttery flavor, with a nutty texture providing a delicious contrast.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
2.	Gradually add in the flour, stirring until a dough forms.
3.	Mix in the brandy and chopped walnuts until well combined.
4.	Roll the dough into small balls and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.	Bake at 350F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

These German Black Walnut Balls are rich and buttery with a delicious nutty flavor.

They are a perfect dessert for a special occasion or holiday.

This recipe can be easily doubled to make a larger batch.

CONS

These balls are high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation.

The recipe requires a fair amount of time and effort to make.

Not suitable for individuals with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, walnuts are packed with Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants that offer many health benefits like reducing inflammation, heart disease risk, and improving brain function.
The small amount of brandy in this recipe may provide some relaxation benefits after enjoying this dessert.

	1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine ( 2 sticks )
	1 cup confectioners ' sugar ( plus some additional )
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla
	2 cups flour
	1 tablespoon brandy
	1 cup black walnut ( chopped fine )