Creamy Walnut Crescent Pastries

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Creamy Walnut Crescent Pastries offer a rich taste of Hungarian tradition with a buttery cream cheese dough and a sweet walnut filling. These pastries are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful balance of textures and a touch of elegance with a dusting of confectioners' sugar. Ideal for those with a love for baked goods, these crescent-shaped delights are versatile enough to serve as a dessert or a special afternoon snack.

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Overview

Hungarian Kifli are delightful crescent-shaped pastries that boast a rich, buttery cream cheese dough filled with a sweet walnut mixture. This enhanced version ensures a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Enjoy these delicate pastries with a dusting of confectioners' sugar for a touch of elegance.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

Hungarian

Serving Size: 24

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 9 Ounces (oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 Cup butter, softened
• 3 Large egg yolks
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 2.5 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Pinch salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
• 3 Large egg whites
• 8 Ounces (oz) walnuts, ground
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 0.33 Cup confectioners' sugar, for decoration

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
3. Divide the dough into 5 equal parts, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
4. The next day, in a clean bowl, beat the egg whites to soft peaks. Gradually add the white sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the ground walnuts to create the filling.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to a thickness of 1/4 to 1/8 inch. Cut the dough into 3-inch squares. Place 1/2 teaspoon of the walnut filling in the center of each square, then roll up from corner to corner to form a crescent shape.
6. Arrange the kifli on cookie sheets and refrigerate until they are firm, about 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
8. Bake the kifli in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are lightly browned.
9. Allow the kifli to cool completely on a wire rack, then roll them in confectioners' sugar for a sweet finish.

Enjoy your homemade Creamy Walnut Crescent Pastries!