Persian Walnut Cookies (Naan-e Gerdui)

These rich, nutty Persian Walnut Cookies (Naan-e Gerdui) have a crunchy meringue shell and a soft, chewy interior. Traditionally made for Persian New Year (Nowruz), these cookies are so delicious and easy, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients (Makes 15 cookies)
Walnuts 1 ½ cups (170 g)
Sugar 1 cup (200 g)
3 Large Egg Whites (105 g)
Salt ¼ tsp (2 g)
Vanilla Extract ½ tsp (2.5 mL)
Ground Cardamom ¼ tsp (1 g) (Optional)
Cornstarch 1 tbsp (8 g)
Baking Powder ¼ tsp (1 g)
Directions
1. Add walnuts, sugar and egg whites to a food processor. Process until the walnuts are finely ground and the mixture forms a thick paste.
2. Pour batter into a pan and cook over low heat while stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves (about 5 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature (10 minutes). Stir in salt, vanilla extract, ground cardamom (if using), cornstarch and baking powder.
4. Pour batter into a pipping bag and pipe 1-inch (2.5 cm) mounds per cookie or use 1.5 tbsp cookie scoop to form the cookies.
5. Bake in a preheated 375°F (191°C) oven for 18-22 minutes. The cookies are done when the tops are dry and lightly brown, and the edges are set.

[@ladyflimflam]

I think i just found my new favorite cookie.

[@CoppyCat101]

Can’t believe they’re like meringuey without making meringue

[@mojganfarsi7909]

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[@CoppyCat101]

Missed the chance of naming it “3 ingredient 5 minute cookies that took the WORLD by surprise”

[@BakewithElle]

I know. It would get more views, but I just can't do clickbait. 😟

[@CoppyCat101]

You should

[@kathykrantz186]

I will be adding this cookie recipe into my recipe box to soon make for the holidays. I love your channel , so peaceful and calming. Keep up the amazing work. 😊

[@BakewithElle]

Thanks for the kind words! I hope you enjoy the cookies. 😁

[@fellolm]

Great recipe! Thank you for sharing!

[@sretnazvijezda400]

Great recipe ❤👍
Thank you🌹❄️❄️❄️

[@CoppyCat101]

Omg this is literally the most simple recipe I’ve ever seen

[@BakewithElle]

It really is!

[@Yash-lx2gz]

Not sure where I went wrong , but mine cookies after baking were hollow from the base.. May because I oiled baking tray .. 😢

[@BakewithElle]

Weird, I've never had that happen. Did you make any changes to the recipe? It sounds like not enough walnuts and/or the mixture was cooked too much before baking.