Sweet Korean Walnut Cookies With a Soft Filled Center

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Total Time: 35-38 minutes

Korean walnut cookies look like little walnuts but hide a soft red bean center inside a cakey shell. I pipe just enough filling so each bite gets some without bursting the seam.

This Korean Walnut Cookies Recipe is straightforward and can be a fun baking project. Perfect for special occasions or simply to enjoy with a cup of tea, these cookies are sure to impress.

Delicious Korean Walnut Cookies Recipe

These walnut cookies boast a crisp exterior filled with a sweet, soft center made from red bean or chocolate paste. The entire process takes about an hour and yields approximately 20 cookies, making them a delightful addition to any dessert platter.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground walnuts
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweet red bean paste or chocolate filling
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, ground walnuts, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
Shape the Cookies: Take small portions of dough and flatten them in your palm, placing a teaspoon of filling in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling and gently roll into a ball, ensuring the filling is completely enclosed.

Bake: Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Serve: Enjoy these cookies warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.