Walnut Balls

Walnut Balls

This is an old, old recipe for walnut balls that has been in the family for years — its origin is unknown. The recipe uses very little sugar; the cookies are rolled in superfine sugar to sweeten.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
24 cookies
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • ½ cup super fine sugar

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2
Cream white sugar and butter in a mixing bowl. Add flour, nuts, salt, and vanilla; mix well. Dough will be very crumbly.

Step 3
Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 5
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes, then roll in superfine sugar. When cool, roll again in superfine sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

216
Calories
14g
Fat
21g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 216
% Daily Value *
Total Fat14g 18%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol20mg 7%
Sodium79mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate21g 8%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars11g
Protein3g
Vitamin C0mg 1%
Calcium14mg 1%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium58mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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