Wonderful Walnut Dessert Recipes

Looking for an amazing walnut dessert recipe? Look no further! Over 15 amazing walnut desserts to make at home! 

I love using walnuts whenever I can! I think of them as a more complex nut, with fruity, earthy notes that can really add to the dish. We have a huge walnut tree in our front yard and can harvest our own each year! And, I pay my son for each bucket of walnuts he brings me so we can harvest our walnuts and make plenty of walnut dessert recipes.

Walnuts are super versatile and can be used in breakfast, dessert or an entree! My favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe (these Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies) include walnuts!

And, so does one of my favorite pork tenderloin recipes, this Bourbon Walnut Pork Loin.

I have an amazing list of walnut dessert recipes below from some of my blogger friends. I hope that you enjoy!

Fresh Apple Walnut Cake

Apple Walnut Cake is a moist snack cake with apples and walnuts. It’s one of the best apple recipes to make during the apple season.

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Best Cranberry Walnut Salad

This Cranberry Ambrosia Salad variation is easy and can be served as a dessert or as a side dish for Thanksgiving.

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Banana Walnut Brownies (Paleo)

These brownies are very easy to make and great for a last minute dessert that everyone will love. Made with walnuts, they are gluten-free, Paleo, flourless, dairy-free, and grain-free.

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Cranberry Walnut Bread

Cranberry Walnut Bread is topped with a cinnamon & brown sugar topping, then baked until golden brown, moist, & crumbly!

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Paleo Walnut Cookies

The ultimate Paleo Walnut Cookies. They taste incredible and are so easy to make. Only 3 main ingredients.

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Candied Walnuts

Candied walnuts are easy to make with just brown sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of salt. Add to any dessert, salad or more!

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Walnut Bread Wreath Recipe | Elephantastic Vegan

No matter if you have already experience in bread baking, this Walnut Bread Wreath will turn out amazing! It’s so flavorful, you can eat it on its own!

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Walnut Apple Spice Dump Cake

It doesn't get easier than this delicious cake! Just a few ingredients and you have the perfect fall dessert.

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Cranberry Walnut Bread with a Crumble Topping

This Cranberry Walnut Bread is perfect for using up leftover cranberry sauce!

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Cranberry Walnut Stuffed Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Switch up classic buttery shortbread cookies with the inclusion of cranberries and walnuts!

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Apple Walnut Cinnamon Rolls

Full of buttery, cinnamon flavor, these Apple Walnut Cinnamon Rolls are a holiday tradition!

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Maple Walnut Pie

I'm sure you've had pecan pie, but what about walnut pie? This pie is made with simple ingredients, including maple syrup, egg yolks and sugar.

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Rustic Apple Tart with Walnut Streusel with Dulce de Leche

Try this gorgeous, rustic tart recipe with a walnut streusel!

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Black Walnut Cake Recipe {Homemade Cake w/ Cream Cheese Frosting}

3 layers of delicious cake with that classic black walnut flavor. This Black Walnut Cake with cream cheese frosting is sure to become a favorite!

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Brown Sugar Walnut Tart Cookies

Brown Sugar Walnut Tart Cookies or Walnut Tassies are a staple in our home when it comes to holiday baking.

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In conclusion, walnuts are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a wide variety of dessert recipes, from cookies to cakes to tarts. I hope you’ve found some new and exciting ways to incorporate walnuts into your baking repertoire.

Whether you’re making a Walnut Apple Spice Dump Cake or a Black Walnut Cake, the rich, earthy flavor of walnuts adds a delightful depth to any dessert. So, next time you’re in the mood to bake, consider reaching for those walnuts and trying out one of these amazing recipes!