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Walnut Kiss Cookies

November 28, 2011 by bblondie 52 Comments

Walnut Kiss Cookies | ButtercreamBlondie.com

Walnut kiss cookies are definitely one of my all time favorite holiday cookies.  These little tea cakes have many names, but I always call them kiss cookies because they’re light, nutty, and full of flavor.  They can definitely be made year round, but there’s something about dredging them in powdered sugar that makes me think of snow and holidays.  As soon as Thanksgiving is over, and I start to pull out all the Christmas decorations, I head straight into the kitchen and whip up my first batch of the season.


These cookies are always a big hit because they’re not overly sweet.  People always seem to have room for one, or two, or a few more, but who’s counting??  My favorite way to enjoy them is with a mug of hot chocolate, especially when it’s spiked with some Baileys!  When I make these cookies, I scoop all my cookie dough and freeze it.  We all know how busy it gets this time of year, so any chance to get ahead is always a good thing.  Freezing the cookie dough will ensure that you’ll always be prepared for any last minute parties, or unexpected company that happens to drop in.  Another reason I love freezing cookie dough before baking it is that the cookies bake evenly.  These cookies also ship really well so if you’re thinking about sending someone some holiday love this season, these are perfect.  Whether you bake them for a party, send them to someone special, or just treat yourself, I hope you enjoy them!

Cookies
  • 2 ounces walnuts
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2t. salt
  • 1t. vanilla bean paste
  • 1 & 3/4 cup AP flour
  • powdered sugar, to dredge them in after they bake
  1. Toast walnuts at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes till they get a nice golden brown color.
  2. Once they are completely cool, pulse them in the food processor till they have the consistency of coarse cornmeal.  Watch them closely when you are pulsing them that you don’t turn them into a nut paste.
  3. Cream butter, sugar, and salt till light and fluffy.
  4. Add ground walnuts.
  5. Add flour and mix to combine.
  6. You could scoop and bake cookies at this point, but I recommend letting your dough chill at least  60 minutes so they bake evenly.
  7. I wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it for at least 1-2 hours. Next I scoop all cookie dough and freeze it until ready to use.  I use a cookie scoop that yields 1/2 ounce portions of dough.
  8. From the freezer bake at 325 degrees for approx. 18 minutes rotating once half way through.
  9. After letting them cool slightly, dredge the cookies in powdered sugar.

** This recipe yields 38-40 cookies.
** Please note that my bake time is for frozen cookies.  If you bake them right away, or after chilling shortly, the bake time will probably be less than 18 minutes.

** Freezing cookies before baking them will result in cookies baking evenly, and all look the same.
** These cookies ship extremely well.
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Comments

  1. Kiri W. says

    November 28, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    >Oooh, these look like they'll melt on your tongue! I love this kind of cookie, one lasts forever and they are great with coffee. 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Peggy says

    November 28, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    >I love these cookies! Never thought to make them at home though – and I'm sure they're so much better that way =)

    Reply
  3. Jessie says

    November 28, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    >Oh man those look tasty and super easy. Do you think they'd freeze well?

    Reply
  4. S.V. says

    November 28, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    >These cookies are one of my favorites during the holidays. They look so good I could totally eat a few right now. Love the video.

    Reply
  5. Steph says

    November 28, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    >OOoohh! I love all the pwdered sugar!! I like to blow it on my husband. LOL!! He doesn't think it's that funny. These cookies sound like the perfect holiday treat!

    Reply
  6. Dulce Dough says

    November 28, 2011 at 10:48 pm

    >What gorgeous cookies! Great tip on scooping out and freezing the dough!

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  7. Sandra says

    November 28, 2011 at 10:51 pm

    >Yes to these melt in your mouth yummies and the spiked hot chocolate. Tis the Season!

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  8. Happy When Not Hungry says

    November 29, 2011 at 12:53 am

    >These look so yummy! Def will have to try.

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  9. Amalia says

    November 29, 2011 at 1:57 am

    >These look so delicious! I love nutty cookies 🙂 My mom and I make something similar to this but their shaped into little croissants. Great recipe, it's definitely a keeper!

    Reply
  10. Amy says

    November 29, 2011 at 2:52 am

    >I love these classic cookies! Yours are beautiful, and so perfect for the Holidays!

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  11. Kim Bee says

    November 29, 2011 at 3:36 am

    >Wonderful and delicious. And pretty. Lethal combination! In a good way. Lol!

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  12. Cake says

    November 29, 2011 at 4:29 am

    >These sound fantastic. I love that you can freeze them ahead of time. I can see them being a big hit at a cookie swap!

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  13. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says

    November 29, 2011 at 5:45 am

    >These are so pretty! I also love making lots of different types of cookies for the holidays! These look like little puffs of snow!

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  14. Medeja says

    November 29, 2011 at 10:06 am

    >Perfect cookies for Christmas 🙂

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  15. Barbara Bakes says

    November 29, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    >So great that you freeze them and have them ready to bake for guests. Such a pretty cookie.

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  16. Lizzy says

    November 29, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    >Fabulous cookies! And so beautiful in your tin. I make these, too, except with pecans~yummy!

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  17. Sandra says

    November 29, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    >What a beautiful cookies..and you are so right about presentation..adorable and perfect for gifts! Also I loved your video..nicely done! I'll give you a buzz and a stumble!:))Have a great day!!!

    Reply
  18. Cassie/Bake Your Day says

    November 29, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    >These sound perfect. And the only way that I like hot chocolate is spiked with Bailey's! 🙂

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  19. Eftychia says

    November 29, 2011 at 5:25 pm

    >I do something similar with my kourambiedes. Try to add some rum to the ingredients. I am sure you will be very happy with the result. Once again, thanks for the video…

    Reply
  20. Carolyn says

    November 29, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    >I adore walnut cookies like this. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  21. Sudha says

    November 29, 2011 at 7:48 pm

    >Lovely cookies, lovely clicks and I absolutely love the name:)Feels so cozy!Thanks for the fabulous recipe – will try this out for a nutty extravaganza during the Holidays!

    Reply
  22. Magic of Spice says

    November 30, 2011 at 12:10 am

    >Beautiful cookies and I love the name 🙂

    Reply
  23. janet@fromcupcakestocaviar says

    November 30, 2011 at 5:40 am

    >Yummy! These are my daughters all time favorite Christmas cookie. I have a recipe I usually use but yours look so delicious, I think I will use your recipe this year!

    Reply
  24. Munatycooking says

    November 30, 2011 at 9:01 am

    >I'm addicted to your blog for a very good reason 🙂 … Love the cookies a lot!

    Reply
  25. Becky says

    November 30, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    >I love your name of the cookies, and the cookies themselves. i never thought to freeze the dough. thanks for tip.

    Congrats on the Top 9 today!

    Reply
  26. Sandra says

    November 30, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    >Congratulations on Top 9!

    Reply
  27. momdecuisine.net says

    November 30, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    >I have to say I get a bit overwhelemed by all of the sweets around the holidays so I love a cookie that's not too sweet. These are so cute and would be perfect for a cookie exchange!

    Reply
  28. Amber, RD says

    November 30, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    >Beautiful cookies! Please send me some! 😉

    Reply
  29. Cookin' Cowgirl says

    November 30, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    >Delicious!! Those are so pretty! 🙂 Congrats on Top 9. Buzz!

    Reply
  30. Jen at The Three Little Piglets says

    November 30, 2011 at 4:36 pm

    >Powdered cookies are one of my favorites this time of year too! They just scream winter and Christmas.

    Reply
  31. Elisabeth says

    November 30, 2011 at 4:42 pm

    >Gorgeous cookies, and oh, so yummy, Meghan!
    Congrats on the Top 9!

    Reply
  32. Gina says

    November 30, 2011 at 5:44 pm

    >Perfect for sharing, should I expect my package soon, he he. I make something similar with pecans, but my mom loves walnuts. Will have to make these for here. Hope you had a great holiday.
    -Gina-

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  33. Lacy says

    November 30, 2011 at 6:05 pm

    >Oooh these sound delicious! I have a recipe similar for pecan balls, they're great. I'm going to have to try these out! Yum!

    Reply
  34. Quiche-ing Queen says

    November 30, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    >These cookies are my favorites. They look so delicious. Yummy!

    Reply
  35. Elyse @The Cultural Dish says

    November 30, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    >Congrats on the top 9! These cookies are great!

    Reply
  36. Jennifer says

    November 30, 2011 at 10:43 pm

    >Love the idea to use them as presents. Very lovely presentation. Great seeing you on video. You're pretty good at it!

    Reply
  37. juclucy says

    December 1, 2011 at 12:21 am

    >Yum Yum Eat um up!

    Reply
  38. ILEANA G. says

    December 1, 2011 at 3:09 am

    >I love" walnut kiss cookies", we call them other way, but for me, as for you, are winter cookies, near Christmas, we always have in the house. We make in a crescent shape, small, small, just melting on your tong! I love to try your recipe… thanks,ilibli

    Reply
  39. Gerry @Foodness Gracious says

    December 1, 2011 at 4:36 am

    >A true classic! I know one would never be enough but nobody's gonna stop me in my kitchen 😉
    take care..

    Reply
  40. nicole {sweet peony} says

    December 1, 2011 at 5:34 am

    >these are my favorite holiday cookies (but i make them with pecans & call them pecan balls). i'd love to try them with the walnuts one time! thank you for sharing 🙂

    Reply
  41. Christine @ Angry Cherry says

    December 1, 2011 at 6:17 am

    >Very pretty! They remind me of Russian tea cake cookies. 🙂

    Reply
  42. Sarah says

    December 4, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    >These cookies plus bailey's spiked hot chocolate sounds exactly like what i need right now. Can't wait to try!

    Reply
  43. Gastronome Tart says

    December 5, 2011 at 4:48 pm

    >Now we are talking! Hot chocolate spiked with Bailey's to go with these cookies?! Either way, I'm sure they are absolutely delicious on their own.

    Reply
  44. Elisabeth says

    December 6, 2011 at 1:54 am

    >I'm back again…just to let you know, that I'm bookmarking your amazing yummy cookies to make for the Holidays!
    Hugs,

    Reply
  45. Torviewtoronto says

    December 6, 2011 at 2:11 am

    >delicious looking cookies looks wonderful lovely site

    Reply
  46. Carol | a cup of mascarpone says

    November 6, 2012 at 6:58 am

    Hi Meghan! I’m only a year late commenting :), but just saw these for the first time and wanted to tell you how fantastic they are! They remind me of my favorite Christmas cookies! Love them!

    Reply
  47. Beverley says

    December 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Love this recipe and you are so great on the video…looking forward to making them xoxo

    Reply
  48. Dawn says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:43 am

    Hi,

    I just found this recipe on Pinterest. I was wondering where I might buy vanilla bean paste.

    I work at a grocery store and I’m pretty sure they don’t sell it. It sounds like a gourmet ingredient. Thank-you!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      January 31, 2013 at 11:38 am

      Hi Dawn – You can find vanilla bean paste on amazon. I use Nielsen-Massey brand. You can also use vanilla extract in place of the vanilla bean paste.

      Reply
  49. Nancy Gibson says

    May 5, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    These are the cookies my Mother used to make. They are called Russian Tea Cookies. One of our families favorites.

    Reply

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