WALNUT-FILLED PILLOWS

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These tender cookie pillows, filled with a delicious walnut mixture, are my husband's favorite. He says it wouldn't be Christmas without them. -Nancy Kostrej, Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 28 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3 ounces cold cream cheese
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup ground walnuts
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cut butter and cream cheese into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Blend mixture together until smooth dough forms, about 3 minutes. Pat into a rectangle; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. For filling, combine the walnuts, sugar, milk and vanilla. , Unwrap dough and place on a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 17-1/2x10-in. rectangle; cut into 2-1/2-in. squares. Place a level teaspoonful of filling in the center of each square. Moisten edges with water; fold in half and seal with a fork. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Brush with egg. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Armaghan Kakar
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I've made these pillows several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Idk Idk.
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These pillows were delicious! I'm definitely going to make them again.


Finishing Ug
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pillows didn't turn out as good as I hoped. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Vincent Heelshire
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These pillows are perfect for a party. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a hit with guests.


Lx Armaan
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I didn't have any walnuts, so I used pecans instead. They turned out great!


Kashem Talukder
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These pillows were a bit too dry for me. I think I'll try adding more butter or milk to the dough next time.


Flatha Ntikama
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these pillows without any problems. They're really easy to follow.


Mercy Edna
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These pillows are so cute and festive. I made them for Christmas and they were a big hit.


Navas Paul
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I've never made anything like these pillows before, but they were surprisingly easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.


chico fehr
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These pillows were a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but they were so worth it. They're so delicious and everyone loved them.


0m7_
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I had some trouble getting the dough to rise, but the pillows still turned out okay. I think I'll try proofing the dough for longer next time.


BhA raT
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These pillows were a bit too sweet for me, but my kids loved them. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Mehran ch
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I've made these pillows twice now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for breakfast or dessert.


Justin Browning
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These pillows were easy to make and turned out great! I used a different type of jam than the recipe called for, and it was still delicious.


PHONKASF
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but I really enjoyed these pillows. The filling is sweet and nutty, and the dough is light and fluffy.


Mohammed Amr
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These pillows were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They're so unique and flavorful.


Prem Bahadur
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I made these pillows for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Gabriela Pena
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These walnut-filled pillows were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.