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Mom’s Christmas Crescent Cookies

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These Christmas Crescent Cookies are a classic family recipe made with buttery dough, finely chopped walnuts, and coated in powdered sugar. Perfect for holiday cookie trays and gifting.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • Extra powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Gradually mix in flour until dough forms.
  5. Stir in finely chopped walnuts.
  6. Form dough into crescent shapes using about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie.
  7. Place shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until bottoms are lightly golden.
  9. Allow cookies to cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  10. Let cool completely and roll again in powdered sugar if desired for a snowy effect.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Use finely chopped walnuts for the best texture.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Perfect for freezing—store in freezer-safe container and thaw before serving.

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