Description
Italian Nut Roll Cookies are a delightful homage to Italian baking traditions, featuring a tender, buttery dough wrapped around a sweet and nutty filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, these cookies boast a flaky texture and rich flavor that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. With the option to customize using various nuts and spices, you can easily make this classic recipe your own. Whether you’re sharing them as gifts or enjoying them at home, these cookies are sure to enchant anyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup walnuts or pecans, finely chopped
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- For the filling, combine chopped nuts, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Divide the chilled dough into portions, rolling each into a thin rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread the nut mixture evenly over each rectangle of dough.
- Roll each rectangle tightly into a log shape and slice into individual cookies about an inch thick.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, substitute different nuts like hazelnuts or almonds or incorporate spices such as nutmeg alongside cinnamon. Ensure you chill the dough adequately; this step is crucial for maintaining cookie shape during baking.