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Aunt Betty’s Homestyle German Rocks

These traditional, crumbly cookies sit perfectly between rich butter shortbread and a nutty drop cookie. Simple to make and wonderfully comforting, they pair beautifully with a warm mug of coffee or tea.

Aunt Betty’s Classic German Rocks

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour – 2 cups
  • Unsalted butter, softened – 1 cup
  • Granulated sugar – ½ cup
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
  • Walnuts, chopped – ½ cup
  • Confectioners’ sugar – for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light, pale, and fluffy.

Step 3: Make the Dough
Blend in the vanilla extract. Gradually stir in the flour and salt until a soft, smooth dough forms with no dry spots.

Step 4: Add the Walnuts
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5: Shape the Cookies
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Step 6: Bake and Cool
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Finish
Once fully cooled, dust with confectioners’ sugar if desired before serving.

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