Ginger Walnut Cookies
Description
Crunchy and sweet, these walnut cookies are perfect for any occasion. A great alternative to traditional sugar cookies for the holidays as they can be cut into festive shapes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup California walnuts, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ginger, crystallized, finely chopped
- Cinnamon Glaze (recipe follows)
Cinnamon Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
PREPARATION
- Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl until fluffy; stir in eggs and vanilla.
- Stir together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt; add to butter mixture, mixing until thoroughly combined. Stir in walnuts and ginger. Wrap dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm. (May be prepared up to a week ahead.)
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a portion of the dough, roll out 1/4-inch thick on a lightly floured board and cut into stars or other desired shapes.
- Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned around the edges.
- Transfer cookies to a baking rack to cool before coating with a thin layer of Cinnamon Glaze. Store cookies in an airtight container.
Cinnamon Glaze
- Stir together 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 126 cal
- Total Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg
- Sodium: 42 mg
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g