Slovenian Walnut Meringue Cookies
(Puserli / Orehovi Poljubčki)
This is a very special Slovenian recipe for Walnut Meringue Cookies, lovingly handed down to me by my Stara mama (grandmother), Rozalija Pušič.
At the remarkable age of 97, my Stara mama doesn’t need to reach for a recipe book — she still carries this recipe in her heart and memory. She is truly amazing. In Slovenian, she calls these cookies Puserli or Orehovi Poljubčki, which loosely translates to little walnut kisses.
These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are more like a sweet candy than a traditional cookie. They have a crisp exterior with a soft, chewy centre, and they are always a huge hit with everyone. I can’t wait for you to give them a try.
Recipe
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250 g ground walnuts
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250 g sugar
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1 medium egg yolk
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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3 egg whites
🎥 Watch Stara mama’s step-by-step tutorial:
👉🏻 Walnut Meringue Cookies
Directions
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Beat the 3 egg whites until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, egg yolk, ground walnuts, and lemon zest until well combined.
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Gently fold the walnut mixture into the egg whites. Be careful not to overmix.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a teaspoon, drop small spoonfuls of dough onto the sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread slightly.
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Bake for 18–20 minutes, checking after 15 minutes. The cookies are ready when the edges are lightly golden.
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Let the cookies rest for about 3 minutes before transferring them to a plate.
These cookies remind me that the most beautiful recipes are not just written on paper, but carried in our hearts — passed from one generation to the next with love. I hope this recipe brings a little sweetness into your home, just as it has in ours for decades.
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I hope this cookie recipe becomes a new favourite for you and your family. If you make something and post it on social media, please tag #sloveniankitchen or @slovenska_kuhinja so I can see it on Facebook and Instagram too!
Lots of love,
Michelle Pušič Ryall XO
1 comment
Looking excellent 👌🏽