Best 3 Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These cookies, born from a harmonious blend of cream cheese, walnuts, and a touch of sweetness, offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors. As you bite into their crisp exterior, you'll be greeted by a soft, creamy interior, perfectly complemented by the nutty crunch of walnuts. These cookies are not just a treat for your palate; they're also a feast for your eyes, with their golden-brown hue and delicate dusting of powdered sugar. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, our Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies are sure to become a beloved addition to your recipe collection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking escapade.

In addition to our classic Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies, we've included a tempting array of variations to suit every taste and occasion. Delight in the richness of Chocolate Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies, where the addition of cocoa powder creates a decadent twist. For a festive touch, try our Cranberry Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies, where tart cranberries add a burst of color and flavor. If you prefer a gluten-free option, our Gluten-Free Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies are a delightful choice, offering the same irresistible taste and texture without compromising on quality. And for those who love a hint of spice, our Pumpkin Cream Cheese Walnut Cookies infuse a warm, autumnal flavor into this classic recipe. Each variation promises a unique taste experience, ensuring that there's a perfect cookie for every palate and preference.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAM-CHEESE WALNUT COOKIES

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Package some of these buttery, nut-edged cookies in a pretty jar as a gift.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese (not whipped), room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups walnut halves (1 1/2 cups toasted and coarsely chopped and 1 cup finely chopped)

Steps:

Whisk together flour and salt in a large bowl; set aside. Put butter and cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in sugar and vanilla. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture, and mix until just combined (do not overmix). Mix in toasted walnuts.
Transfer dough to a work surface. Divide in half; shape each half into an 8 1/2-inch long log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log in parchment paper; freeze until firm, about 30 minutes or up to 2 weeks.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees with racks in upper and lower thirds. Unwrap 1 log, and roll in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, coating completely. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Space 1 inch apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake cookies, rotating halfway through, until golden around edges, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks. Repeat with remaining log and remaining 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.

CREAM CHEESE WALNUT DROP COOKIES

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This is my husband's favorite cookie. I always double the recipe so I have some for the kids because DH eats them as fast as they cool.

Provided by Parsley

Categories Drop Cookies

Time 15m

Yield 3 dozen, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup flour
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a mixing bowl, beat together butter, cream cheese and milk.
Beat in sugar and vanilla.
Gradually mix in flour. Stir in walnuts.
Drop by tablespoonful 2-inches apart on to ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes or until edges begin to slightly brown.

CREAM CHEESE WALNUT REFRIGERATOR COOKIES

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This recipe from Martha Stewart produces a slice-and-bake cookie with a tight crumb that immediately falls apart into deliciousness in your mouth. Try it! I also think this would work well with other nuts, like pecans. A great cookie recipe for the holiday season. You can make the dough ahead of time and freeze it until you want to use it. Enjoy!

Provided by blucoat

Categories Dessert

Time 1h16m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 -1 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt (like kosher salt)
2 cups unsalted butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese (not whipped)
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups walnut halves (1 1/2 cups toasted and coarsely chopped, 1 cup finely chopped)

Steps:

Whisk together flour and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
Mix butter and cream cheese on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in sugar and vanilla. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture, and mix until just combined (do not overmix). Mix in toasted walnuts.
Transfer dough to a work surface. Divide in half; shape each half into an 8 1/2-inch long log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log in parchment paper; freeze until firm, about 30 minutes or up to 2 weeks.
Preheat oven to 350 with racks in upper and lower thirds. Unwrap 1 log, and roll in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, coating completely. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Space 1 inch apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
Bake cookies, rotating halfway through, until golden around edges, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks. Repeat with remaining log and remaining 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.8, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 24.2, Sodium 60.4, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 2.4

Tips:

Use high-quality cream cheese. This will make your cookies richer and more flavorful.
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature. This will help it cream together smoothly with the other ingredients.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough before rolling and baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese walnut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be decorated in any way you like. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cookies a try.