Ingredients
- 2 c. all-purpose flour
- 2 ea. eggs
- 1 ea. Avocados From Mexico, mashed
- 1/2 c. granulated sugar
- 1/4 c. butter, softened
- 1/4 c. walnuts (or pecans), chopped
- 1 t. vanilla extract
- 1/2 t. salt
- Confectioners' sugar or sprinkles, to garnish to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cream together with avocado and butter with a wooden spoon or potato masher. Mix together until there are no visible big chunks of avocado or butter.
- Crack eggs into mixture and whisk until well combined.
- Mix walnuts into dough mixture until combined. Roll dough into small balls 1/2 to 1-inch thick. If desired, coat in powdered sugar or colored sprinkles.
- Bake in the oven for approximately 15 minutes or until the bottom of the cookies are slightly browned. Cool on a rack for 10 to 15 minutes and serve.
DESCRIPTION
If you like soft, delicious walnut cookies that don’t cause you to strain when you bite into them, these cookies are for you! Avocados perform wonderfully in baking recipes not only because they keep your recipe moist, but the creamy, nutty flavor pairs well with sweet, sugary flavors found in your favorite baked treats. Try pairing your cookies with our dairy-free avocado egg nog recipe.
FAQ
Are black walnuts good for cookies?
Black walnuts have a vibrant, earthy flavor that some people find too strong, but they do pair well with sweeter recipes. If you’re looking for something a little less potent in your walnut cookie recipe, stick with English walnuts.
What goes well in cookies?
Most people think of chocolate when they think of cookies. However, cookies can be stuffed or topped with just about anything and will still taste delicious. Are you looking for something a little different? Check out our lime cookies with chocolate glaze recipe. They won’t disappoint!
