Italian Nut Rolls/Cookies
A cherished Italian treat perfect for holidays or any occasion, these nut-filled cookies are a labor of love worth every moment. The blend of pastry-like dough and sweet nut filling will tantalize your taste buds.
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Servings: 48 cookies
Ingredients
Dough
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 pint sour cream
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 pound butter or margarine
- 1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
Filling
- 3/4 pound walnuts, ground fine
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg whites, divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Beat the egg yolks and cream the butter and sugar.
- Incorporate the remaining dough ingredients.
- Refrigerate the dough overnight.
- Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- Beat 2 egg whites and mix in the vanilla and honey.
- Combine the ground walnuts and sugar.
- Refrigerate the filling overnight.
- Step 3: Assembly
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Roll out the dough and cut into squares.
- Place filling in the center and fold up corners.
- Brush with egg white and roll in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for a week or freeze for longer. Reheat in the oven or microwave. Experiment with almond filling, chocolate drizzle, lemon zest, or spiced variations.
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