Best 4 Moms Nut Horns Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our Nut Horn cookies, a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. These crescent-shaped pastries are meticulously crafted with a flaky, buttery crust that shatters at the first bite, revealing a sweet and nutty filling. Our collection offers a variety of delectable fillings, including classic walnuts, rich chocolate, and a unique apricot-walnut combination. Each bite is a symphony of textures and flavors, leaving you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice looking to impress, our Nut Horn recipes provide detailed instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking adventure that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Nut Horns.

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NUT HORNS



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This is my mother;s recipe. It has to be at least 60 years old. The dough is soft and has to be refrigerated before using, but these are delicious. I can't stop eating them.

Provided by Jane from Ohio

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups flour
1/2 lb butter
1 egg yolk
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup ground walnuts
3/4 cup granulated sugar
powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Mix flour and butter with pastry blender.
  • Make a well in the center.
  • add 1 egg yolk and sour cream.
  • Mix together well.
  • Divide dough in 3 balls.
  • Wrap each ball in wax paper.
  • Chill overnight.
  • Next day, take out one ball at a time.
  • roll out on floured board in a circle.
  • as a pie crust 12" to 13" across.
  • Mix 3/4 cut ground walnuts and.
  • 3/4 cups of sugar.
  • Divide this filling into 3 parts.
  • Sprinkle over rolled out dough.
  • Then roll nuts lightly into dough with a rolling pin.
  • Cut into 16 wedges.
  • Roll each piece wide end first to narrow tip.
  • Place narrow end down on cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes until golden.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.1, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 15.5, Sodium 37, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 0.9

HUNGARIAN NUT HORNS



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My mother shared this recipe with me over 30 years ago. Nut horns are especially nice for buffets because they are easy to pick up and eat with your fingers. They also freeze well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110°-115°)
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar
NUT FILLING:
3 large egg whites
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups ground walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in water; set aside. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolks, sour cream, vanilla and yeast mixture. Mix well with hands (dough will not be sticky). , For filling, in a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla. Fold in walnuts. , Divide dough into eight portions. On a work surface heavily coated with confectioners' sugar, roll one portion into a 12-in. circle. Cut into 12 wedges. Spread 1 teaspoon filling over each wedge; tuck in edges of wide end and roll up toward narrow point. Repeat with remaining dough and filling, adding confectioners' sugar to work surface as needed. , Place on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

NUT HORNS



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This cookie recipe is so good! It is a mixture of walnuts rolled in a sweet yeast dough.

Provided by GRAVEY

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Filled Cookie Recipes

Time 14h15m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 cups shortening
4 eggs, beaten
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (0.6 ounce) cake compressed fresh yeast
¼ cup white sugar
8 cups chopped walnuts
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ cup margarine
1 egg, beaten
⅓ cup milk
1 cup white sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together flour and salt. Add shortening, 4 beaten eggs, evaporated milk, yeast and 1/4 cup sugar. Mix as much as you can in the bowl, then turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes. Place into an oiled bowl, cover and chill overnight.
  • To make the filling: Melt margarine and stir in sugar. Mix in the cinnamon and walnuts; remove from heat and set aside to cool. When the nuts are cooled, stir in the egg and just enough of the milk to moisten the filling.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll out dough to 1/4 inch in thickness. Sprinkle some of the remaining sugar over the dough. Cut into small triangles about 3 inches long and 2 inches at the base. Put a teaspoon of filling at the base of the triangle and roll towards the point. Roll in sugar and place 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from baking sheets to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 55.9 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

KIFLES (NUT ROLLS OR HORNS)



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Make and share this Kifles (Nut Rolls or Horns) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 80 Kifles

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups flour
2 (1/4 ounce) envelopes yeast
1 cup butter
4 egg yolks, save whites
1 cup sour cream
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups ground nuts
1 cup sugar
4 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine nuts, sugar and vanilla.
  • Fold in egg whites; set aside.
  • Put flour into a large bowl.
  • Add the yeast to the egg yolks in a small bowl and let soften.
  • Cut butter into the flour until crumbly.
  • Add egg yolks and yeast and sour cream.
  • Mix well until it forms a smooth ball.
  • Form into 10 balls and chill.
  • Mix 1 cup granulated and 1 cup powdered sugar.
  • On counter top, sprinkle a spoonful of sugar mixture, place 1 ball on the sugar, add more sugar on top, roll out ball Roll until dough is 1/8-inch thick, forming a circle.
  • Cut the circle into 8 pie-shaped wedges.
  • Fill the wide end of each wedge with 1 level teaspoon of filling.
  • Roll from wide end to the point.
  • Continue with all the balls.
  • Place on greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 325°F for 15 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into even strips. This will help the nut horns bake evenly.
  • Roll the dough out thinly. This will help the nut horns be crispy.
  • Brush the dough with egg wash before baking. This will help the nut horns brown nicely.
  • Sprinkle the nut horns with chopped nuts before baking. This will add flavor and texture.
  • Bake the nut horns until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Nut horns are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are also a great way to use up leftover dough. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of nut horns that will be sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give this nut horn recipe a try.

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