Walnut Cups

Walnut Cups

Everyone in my family loves this cookie. They’re like little pecan pies and you can make them with pecans instead of walnuts if you choose. You will need a mini muffin pan for this recipe.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
2 dozen cookies
Servings:
24

Ingredients

  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line mini muffin pans with paper liners.

Step 2
In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter, and flour until a dough forms. Roll into 1-inch balls and press into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared muffin cups.

Step 3
In a small bowl, blend together egg, butter, vanilla, and brown sugar until smooth. Stir in walnuts. Spoon mixture into the muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.

Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until crusts are golden.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

120
Calories
8g
Fat
11g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 11%
Saturated Fat4g 19%
Cholesterol23mg 8%
Sodium46mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate11g 4%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars6g
Protein2g
Calcium15mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium38mg 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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