Walnut Shortbread Cookies

I was intrigued by this recipe's simplicity and that it did not require any special  ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

Cookie: – All purpose flour – Powdered sugar – Lemon Zest – Unsalted butter – Egg Yolks – Vanilla extract Decor: – Egg whites – Chopped walnuts – Powdered sugar

HOW TO MAKE

STEP 1

Separate the eggs. Place the egg whites in a small bowl. Set aside. Chop the walnuts. Cut the butter into small cubes.

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STEP 2

Note: We will use the egg yolks for the dough and the egg whites to decorate the cookie. There are many tips on the recipe page!

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STEP 3

In a large bowl, place flour, powdered sugar, butter, and lemon zest. Work the butter into the flour and sugar until you obtain a sandy mixture.

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STEP 4

Add the egg yolk and vanilla, and mix until you obtain a smooth, nonsticky dough. www.thebossykitchen.com

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STEP 5

Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in foil and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour.

STEP 6

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a clean surface. Preheat oven, then line a cookie dough with parchment paper and set it aside.

STEP 7

Beat the egg whites. In a different bowl, place the coarsely chopped walnuts. Shape the dough into 1 inch balls. Dip them into the egg whites, then roll them on the chopped walnuts, pressing gently to help the walnuts stick to the cookie.

STEP 8

Place the cookies 1 inch apart on the cookie tray. Bake until edges are lightly browned, and cookies are set for about 25 minutes.

STEP 9

Remove the baking tray from the oven and dust cookies with powdered sugar. Place the cookies on a metal rack to cool.

ENJOY! See the full recipe including notes, tips and recommendations by clicking "Learn More" below.