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Walnut Recipes Booklet

Get ready to indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of walnuts with this comprehensive booklet of recipes! From classic desserts like walnut pie and brownies to savory dishes such as salads and stir-fries, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner cook, our carefully curated collection of walnut-based recipes will inspire you to try something new and delicious.

Delicious Dishes Featuring Walnuts​

Breakfast Favorites​

Walnut and Banana Pancakes​

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients and stir in mashed banana and chopped walnuts. Pour batter onto a hot skillet or griddle.

Walnut and Cream Cheese Omelette​

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Whisk eggs in a bowl and set aside. In another bowl, mix together cream cheese and chopped walnuts until well combined. Pour egg mixture into a skillet and top with cheese-walnut mixture.

Appetizers and Snacks​

Spiced Walnuts​

  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Toss walnuts with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes or until fragrant.

Walnut and Brie Crostini​

  • 1 baguette, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 wheel of brie cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Toast baguette slices and top with a layer of brie cheese. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top.

Desserts​

Walnut Pie​

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • Filling ingredients (see below)

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Add cold butter and use a pastry blender to work it into the flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until dough forms.

Filling:

  • 2 cups walnut halves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Combine all filling ingredients in a bowl and mix until well combined.

International Inspirations​

Walnut and Cranberry Muffins (French-Style)​

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients and stir in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into muffin tin and bake until golden brown.

Walnut and Raisin Biscotti (Italian-Style)​

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Add chopped walnuts and mix until well combined.

Salads and Side Dishes​

Walnut and Kale Salad​

  • 2 cups curly kale, stems removed and discarded, leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Combine kale and walnuts in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar.

Walnut and Mushroom Stir-Fry​

  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until tender. Sprinkle chopped walnuts on top.