Best 7 Favorite Black Walnut Cookies Recipes

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Black walnut cookies stand as a classic treat, drawing inspiration from the rich, earthy flavor of black walnuts. These delightful cookies offer a symphony of textures, with a crisp exterior yielding to a tender, chewy interior. They're bursting with nutty goodness, balanced by a hint of sweetness and a touch of spice.

In this article, we've curated a collection of enticing black walnut cookie recipes, each offering a unique take on this timeless classic. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to innovative twists that add a modern flair, these recipes cater to various tastes and preferences. So, put on your apron, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delectable journey into the world of black walnut cookies.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FAVORITE BLACK WALNUT COOKIES



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An easy cookie to make, with the distinctive flavor of black walnuts. It is especially good with a nice cup of tea, or coffee.

Provided by Terri McDougal

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped black walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs and beat until smooth. Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until well blended. Stir in walnuts last. Shape dough into logs about 2 inches in diameter, wrap them in wax paper, and refrigerate until firm.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice dough logs into 1/2 inch slices, and place on baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Mmmm nuttylicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 186.4 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

BLACK WALNUT COOKIES II



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this is a very nutty black walnut cookie. A crisp confection that is great on a cold day with a cup of hot chocolate.

Provided by Cynthia

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups packed brown sugar
4 eggs, beaten
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
4 cups chopped black walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until well blended. Sift together the flour, salt and baking powder, gradually add to the egg mixture. Stir in the nuts until they are evenly distributed.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool before removing from cookie sheets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 50.6 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

BLACK WALNUT REFRIGERATOR COOKIES



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Make and share this Black Walnut Refrigerator Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time P1DT9m

Yield 8 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups flour
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup black walnut, chopped fine

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, butter, eggs, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt and vanilla.
  • beat at low speed, scraping bowl often.till well mixed.about 3-4 minutes.
  • stir in nuts.
  • divide dough in half --
  • shape each half into a 12x2" roll.
  • wrap in waxed paper.refrigerate till firm.at least 2 hours.or overnight.
  • preheat oven to 350*.
  • cut rolls into 1/4" slices.
  • place 1" apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • bake 9-12 minutes or light golden brown.
  • remove from sheets immediately --
  • cool on wire racks completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.5, Fat 33.9, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 113.9, Sodium 412.4, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 10.4

BLACK WALNUT BUTTER COOKIES



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This part of the Show Me State has an abundance of black walnuts, so these cookies certainly represent my region of the country. I created this recipe after a lot of experimentation...my family thinks they're a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chopped black walnuts or walnuts
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter. Combine the flour, cornstarch and confectioners' sugar; add to butter and mix well. Stir in walnuts. , Roll into 3/4-in. balls. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Bake at 300° for 20-25 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool. Dust with additional confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BLACK WALNUT COOKIES



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Another recipe from my grandmother. I usually make these at Christmas as well - trying to create a yearly tradition of baking certain cookies.

Provided by Caryn

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4 dozen brownies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs, beaten well
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup black walnut, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and cream of tarter; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar.
  • Add beaten eggs; mix well.
  • Add dry ingredients; mix well.
  • Fold in black walnuts.
  • Separate dough into 4 parts.
  • Roll each part and pat on ends to make flat.
  • Refrigerate overnight or longer.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Grease a baking sheet.
  • Slice off cookies from the refrigerated rolls and place on prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 5 minutes or until golden light.
  • Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1497.6, Fat 68.2, SaturatedFat 31.2, Cholesterol 227.8, Sodium 701.6, Carbohydrate 202.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 103.9, Protein 24.1

BLACK WALNUT COOKIES I



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My grandmother make these cookies. They are my family's favorite.

Provided by Lynda Rushing

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon maple flavored extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ cups chopped black walnuts

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and add flavoring. Add in flour and baking powder dissolved in a couple drops of water. Add nuts and mix well.
  • Divide dough into thirds and roll into logs. Refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour.)
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Slice logs into thin cookies. Bake for 9 minutes or until light brown in color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 142.5 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

BLACK WALNUT COOKIES



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Black walnuts have a more distinctive flavor than the traditional English walnuts. Black walnuts have a short shelf life and it's best to store them in the freezer.-Doug Black, Conover, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 10 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped black walnuts or walnuts, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in 1-1/4 cups walnuts. Finely chop the remaining nuts. , Shape dough into two 15-in. rolls. Roll in chopped nuts, pressing gently. Wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. , Unwrap dough; cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 300° for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Black walnut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich, nutty flavor and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special cookie recipe, give these black walnut cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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