Vanilla Crescents

PREPARATION

• 1
  Finely grind the walnuts, then mix them with the powdered sugar, flour, vanilla, and salt.
• 2
  Add the diced butter and egg yolk, then work into a smooth and slightly sticky dough.
• 3
  Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for 2 hours.
• 4
  Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and line a baking tray with baking paper.
• 5
  Roll the dough into two long logs, then cut them into equal pieces with a knife.
• 6
  From each piece, roll smaller logs, then shape them into crescent forms.
• 7
  Once the entire tray is prepared, place it in the refrigerator for another 10 minutes to firm up.
• 8
  Place in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, until the crescents are lightly golden brown.
• 9
  Let them cool slightly in the tray, then, while still warm, roll them in the powdered sugar and vanilla mixture.
• 10
  If the crescents break, let them cool a bit longer before coating. Enjoy your meal!