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Italian Nut Roll Cookies
Antonio Morelli

Italian Nut Roll Cookies Recipe

These Italian Nut Roll Cookies are a holiday favorite, filled with sweet spiced nuts and rolled in buttery pastry. Perfect for gifting, festive trays, or enjoying with a cup of coffee. Old-world flavor in every slice!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 25 cookies (approx.)
Course: Cookies, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Dough:
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
For Nut Filling:
  • 1½ cups finely ground walnuts
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Optional raisins, mini chocolate chips, orange zest
For Topping:
  • 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife or dough cutter
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat
  • Pastry brush
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Food processor or nut grinder (optional)

Method
 

  1. Make dough: First, make the dough by mixing flour, salt, butter, sour cream, sugar, & egg yolk. Mix, divide, and chill.
  2. Prepare filling: Time to mash it well, walnuts, sugar, cinnamon & butter.
  3. Roll dough: Now, roll the dough & spread filling evenly.
  4. Slice & bake: Slice into cookies, egg wash, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–22 minutes.
  5. Cool & finish: Cool on a wire rack, dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for some time before rolling to avoid sticking.
  • Filling can be customized with pecans, almonds, or dried fruit.
  • Let cookies cool completely before storing or stacking.
  • Perfect for Christmas cookie trays or edible gifts.