Dark, intense, and incredibly moist. The natural oils in the walnuts combined with apricot jam create a brownie-like texture that is irresistible.
⏱️Prep Time20 mins
🔥Cook Time12 mins
🍪Yield20 cookies
⚡Calories140 calories
Ingredients
Instructions
Process the Walnuts In a food processor, pulse the walnuts with the sugar. You want a texture slightly coarser than almond flour, but be careful not to make walnut butter.
Mix Ingredients Transfer to a bowl. Add the baking powder and salt. Then mix in the apricot jam, melted butter, and eggs. The dough will be very sticky.
Rest Let the dough rest in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Shape Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Wet hands slightly. Form balls and roll them heavily in powdered sugar. You want a thick white coat.
Bake Place on a lined baking sheet. Press a walnut half into the center of each cookie if desired. Bake for 10-12 minutes. They will look soft but will firm up as they cool.
Baker's Tips
Freshness is Key: Walnuts can go rancid quickly. Taste a nut before you start baking.
The Jam Secret: The apricot jam adds acidity and moisture, which helps with the chewiness and the crack. Don't skip it!