Orikhova masa (walnut filling)

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
¾cupButter
¾cupPowdered Sugar
¾cupWalnuts Or Almonds; Grated
1tablespoonWhipping Cream Or Evaporated Milk
4largesEgg Whites
½cupUnbleached All-Purpose Flour

Directions

Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg whites and beat well. Combine the grated walnuts, cream and flour, mixing well. If almonds are used, add a drop of almond extract.

NOTE:

Use only fresh nuts for baking. Nuts have a high oil content and deteriorate rapidly. To maintain freshness, store large quantities of nuts in the freezer.