Ingredients
- 1 cup of walnuts
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Step 1: Toasting the Walnuts
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until they turn a golden brown color. Be sure to keep an eye on them as they can burn quickly. Once toasted, set the walnuts aside to cool down.
Step 2: Grinding the Walnuts
Once the toasted walnuts have cooled, transfer them to a food processor or blender. Pulse the walnuts until they are finely ground, but be careful not to over-process as you don’t want to end up with walnut butter. Set aside the ground walnuts for later use.
Step 3: Making the Walnut Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until it thickens and forms soft peaks. This should take around 4-5 minutes on medium speed.
Step 4: Folding in the Ground Walnuts
Gently fold the ground walnuts into the whipped cream mixture. Be sure to incorporate the walnuts evenly without deflating the cream. The end result should be a smooth and creamy consistency.
Step 5: Chilling and Serving
Transfer the walnut cream into a serving dish or individual dessert bowls. Cover the dish(es) with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cream to set. When ready to serve, you can garnish the walnut cream with a few toasted walnuts or a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an extra touch of elegance.
Enjoying the Walnut Cream
This traditional walnut cream can be enjoyed on its own as a decadent dessert or used as a creamy topping for cakes, pies, or even pancakes. Its velvety texture and rich nutty flavor will surely leave you craving for more!
So what are you waiting for? Grab those walnuts and get ready to impress yourself and your loved ones with this delightful treat. We guarantee there won’t be any leftovers once you’ve taken your first bite!