Nut Roll Cookies (Walnut Filling)

These Nut Roll Cookies with Walnut Filling are tender, buttery pastries filled with a sweet, fragrant walnut mixture and baked until lightly golden. They have the cozy flavor of traditional European holiday baking and make a wonderful addition to Christmas cookie trays, afternoon coffee, or family gatherings.

The delicate pastry practically melts in your mouth, while the walnut filling adds a rich, nutty sweetness with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon.

🥜 Ingredients

For the Dough

• 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sour cream

For the Walnut Filling

• 2 cups (200 g) finely ground walnuts
• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
• ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons apricot jam
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons raisins, finely chopped (optional)

For Finishing

• 1 egg, beaten
• Powdered sugar, for dusting