Walnut Sables

Vegetarian
Walnut Sables
45 min.
30
88kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful treat to impress your guests or simply to enjoy with your afternoon tea, then these Walnut Sablés are sure to be the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. This classic French delicacy combines the rich, nutty flavor of toasted walnuts with a melt-in-your-mouth buttery texture, creating an irresistible snack that everyone will adore. Designed to serve 30 people, these vegetarian cookies are not just a treat for the taste buds—they're also a feast for the eyes.

The preparation is wonderfully straightforward, making it accessible even for novice bakers. In just 45 minutes, you'll have a delectable assortment of cookies, perfect for antipasti platters, starter courses, or simply as delightful snacks to share with friends and family. With only 88 calories per cookie, you can indulge without the guilt! If you're hosting a gathering, these Walnut Sablés will surely steal the show with their charming appearance and delightful crunch.

Whether you're preparing for a festive occasion or looking for a cozy snack to enjoy by yourself, these cookies can be made ahead of time and stored for up to four days, ensuring that they're always on hand when cravings hit. So grab your apron and let’s create something truly special with these delectable Walnut Sablés!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups flour 
  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.7 cup powdered sugar 
  • 30 servings sugar raw
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup walnuts toasted finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Mix flour, walnuts, baking powder, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla in large bowl until fluffy. Beat in egg yolk.
  2. Add flour mixture and stir until blended. Shape dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic and chill until firm enough to roll, about 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Using assorted cutters, cut out cookies.
  5. Transfer cookies to prepared sheets. Gather dough scraps and repeat until all dough is used.
  6. Sprinkle cookies with raw sugar, pressing lightly to adhere.
  7. Bake sablés until light golden, about 20 minutes. Cool on sheets 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer to racks and cool completely. (Can be made 4 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
  9. *Also called turbinado or demerara sugar; available at most supermarkets and natural foods stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein5.56%
Fat58.02%
Carbs36.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.23
Glycemic Load
2.94
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8830434535833%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.99kcal
4.4%
Fat:5.81g
8.94%
Saturated Fat:2.24g
14.03%
Carbohydrates:8.21g
2.74%
Net Carbohydrates:7.81g
2.84%
Sugar:3.73g
4.14%
Cholesterol:14.25mg
4.75%
Sodium:14.18mg
0.62%
Alcohol:0.02g
100%
Alcohol %:0.17%
100%
Protein:1.25g
2.51%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.49%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.69%
Folate:14.29µg
3.57%
Copper:0.07mg
3.54%
Selenium:2.33µg
3.33%
Phosphorus:22.98mg
2.3%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.14%
Iron:0.38mg
2.11%
Vitamin A:103.5IU
2.07%
Magnesium:7.45mg
1.86%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.77%
Fiber:0.4g
1.61%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.27%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious