Best Easy Walnut Cookie Recipe

Crumbly walnut cookies with rich, nutty flavor are a traditional Chinese bakery staple. A family treat with fresh, buttery goodness and festive appeal.

Cook 45 min Difficulty EASY 180 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • all-purpose flour 1.5 cups
  • unsalted butter 0.5 cup
  • walnuts, finely chopped 0.75 cup
  • egg yolk 1 piece
Seasonings/Sauce
  • granulated sugar 0.5 cup
  • baking powder 1 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 19 g 42%
Protein 3 g 7%
Fat 11 g 51%
Serving size 38g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined.

  5. 5

    Fold in the finely chopped walnuts gently, being careful not to overmix the dough.

  6. 6

    Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and gently flatten onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

  7. 7

    Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the edges turn light golden but the centers remain pale. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this walnut cookie recipe?
Finely chopped walnuts are the standout ingredient, providing a rich, nutty flavor and classic texture that defines these cookies. They also add a pleasant crunch and contribute to the signature aroma found in traditional Chinese bakery walnut cookies.
Q. How can I achieve the best crumbly texture in these cookies?
To get the perfect crumbly texture, make sure to cream the butter and sugar well until fluffy, then avoid overmixing after adding the flour. Folding in the walnuts gently helps maintain tenderness. Also, baking at 325°F ensures even baking without over-browning or drying out the cookies.
Q. What is the calorie and fat content per serving for these walnut cookies?
Each serving (one cookie, about 38g) contains 180 kcal and 11g of fat, which amounts to approximately 51% of the calories coming from fat. This richness is what gives the cookies their melt-in-your-mouth quality and festive feel.
Q. Which step is most important for keeping the cookies from becoming dry?
Do not overbake: remove the cookies when the edges are just lightly golden and the centers still look slightly pale, as indicated in the recipe. Additionally, cooling them briefly on the sheet before moving to a rack helps prevent them from drying out.
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