Lemon Ginger Walnut Cookies
Description
Ginger and lemon are the perfect complement to crunchy walnuts in this delicious cookie that is perfect anytime of year.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon extract
- 3 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup California walnuts (about 1 1/4 cups walnuts), finely chopped
- 1/2 cup ginger, crystallized, finely chopped
- Lemon Glaze (recipe follows)
PREPARATION
- Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl until fluffy; stir in eggs and extract. Stir together flour, 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 desired shapes. 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 Lemon Glaze. Store cookies in an airtight container.
Lemon Glaze
- Stir together 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon milk in a small bowl until smooth. Sprinkle with finely grated lemon zest if you like.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 170 cal
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g