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WALNUT CREAMS 
This recipe is the basis for many kinds of candies; vary the flavors, add small amounts of liqueurs, candied fruits and different types of nuts; dip in candy melts, barks or chocolate, fill shaped molds, roll in chopped nuts, etc.

1 egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups powdered sugar
walnut halves and pieces

Combine egg white and cream; stir in vanilla and 2 cups powdered sugar.

Using a wooden spoon, stir in the remaining sugar until the mixture is too thick to stir.

Turn mixture out onto a silicone mat or other surface and knead until mixture is smooth and satiny.

Roll into a 1/2 inch balls and press a walnut half into each side.

Variation I:

Chop walnuts (or other nuts, such as pecans, macadamias or almonds). Roll in mixture, then dip in tempered or dipping chocolate.

Variation II:

Stir in peppermint flavoring and form into patties before dipping.

Store in an airtight container in refrigerator.

Makes about 5 dozen.

Submitted by: CM

 

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