Sylvia's Walnut Cookies

Sylvia's Walnut Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth treat that combines rich, buttery dough with the delightful crunch of finely chopped walnuts. Perfectly golden on the edges with soft, tender centers, these cookies strike the ultimate balance between texture and flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they’re an easy yet elegant addition to your cookie repertoire. A hint of vanilla and the subtle sweetness from both granulated and brown sugars make every bite irresistibly satisfying. For a festive touch, a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a beautiful finish to these homemade favorites. Ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or a simple snack, Sylvia’s Walnut Cookies are a timeless crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 227 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 150 grams Walnuts, finely chopped
• 30 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, and beat until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding the dough together until no streaks of flour remain.

Step 6

Gently fold in the finely chopped walnuts until evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough into balls, placing them about 5 centimeters apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If desired, dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(924.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4529.0

Total Fat 307.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 722.2mg	0%
Sodium 1792.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 430.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 183.3g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 297.3mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1141.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 36.4%