Walnut Cookies (Paleo, Gluten-Free)
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Walnut Cookies (Paleo, Gluten-Free)
Description
The recipe begins by beating egg whites until stiff peaks form, creating a light meringue base. Gradually adding coconut sugar while beating imparts sweetness and stability. Finely ground walnuts are incorporated with cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt for flavor and texture. Coarsely ground walnuts are folded in gently for bite and contrast.
The cookies are portioned onto parchment-lined sheets and baked at a moderate temperature for a short time, resulting in crisp exteriors with a tender, slightly chewy inside. The combination of coconut sugar and cinnamon adds warmth and subtle sweetness balanced by the nutty walnuts.
This cookie is suitable for those following paleo or gluten-free diets and offers a nut-forward, lightly spiced option that pairs well with tea or coffee. They store well once cooled and can be served as a snack, dessert, or alongside other treats in a cookie assortment.
Ingredients
- 3 egg white
- 1 ⅓ cup coconut sugar or regular powdered sugar, if not paleo, powdered
- 2 cups walnut finely ground and 1/2 cup coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 365 F and line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites on high speed with a mixer until frothy and stiff peaks form.
- Add powdered sugar, a few tablespoons at a time, while still beating with the mixer.
- Add finely ground walnuts (a few tablespoons at a time), cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, while continuing to beat with the mixer for a couple of minutes.
- Finally, add the coarsely ground walnuts and stir with a spatula until well incorporated.
- Using a cookie scoop, form cookies and place them on the cookie sheets.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5-10 minutes before removing from the cookie sheets.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Sodium | 23mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 49mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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