Ever tried walnut-shaped cookies? No? Well, you're in for a treat. We are talking about oreshki, a beloved holiday treat filled with milk candy. These delightful cookies, with their charming walnut shape, are made using a special mold and have roots dating back to the 20th century.

Originally created out of necessity with minimal ingredients, today they are a festive staple, perfect for sharing with family and friends! Especially thanks to their delicious combination of crispy shell and sweet filling they are a must-have on any holiday dessert tray!

Ingredients

-2 ½ cups flour

- ¾ cup sugar

- 100g butter

- 100g margarine

- 2 eggs

- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

- ½ teaspoon baking powder

- Dulce de leche (milk candy for filling)

Time

Prep time: 10 minutes.

Baking time: 15 minutes.

Total time: 25 minutes.

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Mix flour and sugar in a large bowl.

2. Add butter and margarine, mixing until smooth.

3. Make a well in the center, and add eggs, mayonnaise, and baking powder.

4. Beat the mixture until the dough is soft and slightly sticky.

5. Place small pieces of dough in each mold of an oreshki shell mold.

6. Cook on a stovetop until golden brown, flipping the mold halfway through.

7. Once cooled, remove excess dough and fill each shell with dulce de leche.

8. Press two filled shells together to form a complete walnut shape.

Making Them Even More Perfect

Modern Fillings:

Dulce de leche with cookie crumbs: Add a crunchy twist by mixing in leftover cookie crumbs.

Nut center: Place a whole nut in the center of the dulce de leche for a surprise crunch.

Nutella: An extra-sweet twist with chocolate hazelnut spread.

Dippings:

If you're looking to elevate your cookies, try dipping half of each cookie in melted dark chocolate. This adds a touch of bitterness to balance the sweet flavor. You can also sprinkle a pinch of sea salt or finely chop some nuts to give the cookies an irresistible crunch!

Indulge It with Drinks

These cookies are perfect with a hot cup of tea, especially a strong black tea or an herbal blend like chamomile or peppermint. The simplicity of the cookies pairs well with drinks that allow their rich, buttery taste to shine.

Walnut-shaped cookies are a delightful and satisfying treat, perfect for winter afternoons or holiday gatherings. Serve them with tea or coffee, or simply enjoy them on their own for a sweet moment of indulgence!