Description
Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of Italian Nut Roll Cookies. These delightful treats feature a flaky, golden exterior wrapped around a sweet, nutty filling that evokes memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and please your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the flour until you have a soft, slightly sticky dough. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- While the dough chills, mix chopped nuts with sugar and vanilla in a separate bowl.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into rectangles (approximately 4×6 inches).
- Spoon nut mixture onto each rectangle and roll tightly, sealing edges to prevent filling from escaping.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg