Nutrition Facts for Taiwanese walnut cookies

Taiwanese Walnut Cookies

Delight your taste buds with these buttery, crumbly Taiwanese Walnut Cookies, a beloved treat that's both simple and irresistibly satisfying. Infused with the rich nuttiness of chopped walnuts and enhanced by a golden egg wash, these cookies offer the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Made with cake flour for a tender bite and a touch of powdered sugar for just the right sweetness, they’re a quick-bake delight, ready in under 40 minutes. Whether enjoyed with a steaming cup of tea or gifted as a thoughtful homemade treat, these traditional Taiwanese cookies are guaranteed to impress. Perfect for those who crave an easy, elegant dessert that’s full of authentic flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100
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Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:40 mins
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 100 g Unsalted butter
  • 60 g Powdered sugar
  • 1 large Egg yolk
  • 160 g Cake flour
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 50 g Walnuts (chopped)
  • 1 small amount Egg wash (beaten egg yolk)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. This may take 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg yolk to the mixture and beat until just incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.

Step 5

Fold the chopped walnuts into the dough until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each one into a round, slightly flattened cookie. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.

Step 7

Brush the tops of the cookies with a thin layer of egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden and firm to the touch.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy the cookies with tea or coffee for a delightful Taiwanese treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 396.6 grams (396.6g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1956
Total Fat 126.60g 162%
Saturated Fat 55.00g 275%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 467mg 156%
Sodium 478mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 191.50g 70%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g 28%
Total Sugars 61.50g
Protein 28.20g 56%
Vitamin D 24IU 121%
Calcium 103mg 8%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 423mg 9%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%
Protein: 5.6%
Carbs: 38.0%