Walnut bars with yolk icing – a quick and delicious dessert for the festive table

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Walnut bars with yolk icing – a quick and delicious dessert for the festive table recept

Name: Walnut bars with yolk icing – a quick and delicious dessert for the festive table
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 250 g powdered sugar; 250 g butter or vegetable shortening; 250 g ground walnuts; 140 g coarse flour; a pinch of salt; 5 egg whites; 5 egg yolks; 250 g powdered sugar; juice of half a lemon

Easy to prepare
12 portions
25 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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This traditional recipe for walnut bars with yolk icing is one of those that never disappoint. The delicate walnut batter with a fluffy lemon-scented icing creates a perfect combination of flavors. The cake melts in the mouth and is ideal not only for the Christmas table but also for Sunday coffee.

For 12 portions

Ingredients

For the dough:

250 g powdered sugar
250 g butter or vegetable shortening
250 g ground walnuts
140 g coarse flour
a pinch of salt
5 egg whites

For the icing:

5 egg yolks
250 g powdered sugar
juice of half a lemon

Preparation procedure

Preparation of the dough: Beat the butter or vegetable shortening with the powdered sugar until fluffy. Whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt into stiff peaks and gradually fold them into the butter mixture. Add the ground walnuts and flour, mix until a smooth dough forms. Spread the dough on a baking tray lined with parchment paper (or greased and floured) and bake in an oven preheated to 170 °C for about 25–30 minutes, until the dough gains a golden hue.
Yolk icing: Beat the yolks with the powdered sugar and lemon juice until fluffy. Spread this icing over the hot cake immediately and evenly distribute it across the surface. Let cool so the icing dries and firms up. Then cut with a sharp knife dipped in hot water to prevent sticking.

Preparation time and number of servings

Total preparation time: 60 minutes
Active preparation: 25 minutes
Number of servings: approx. 20–24 pieces

Conclusion

Walnut bars with yolk icing are a classic that never disappoints. Thanks to their moistness, delicate lemon aroma and rich nutty flavor, they are among the most popular festive desserts. They taste great even after a few days, when all the flavors meld perfectly. Enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea and savor their homemade charm.