Oh my goodness! I’ve been looking for this recipe for years. My mother used to make them often, and I’ve lost her recipe. Thank you so much! She always called them “Michigan rocks.” Full recipe 👇 💬

All-purpose flour – 2 cups
Unsalted butter, softened – 1 cup
Granulated sugar – 1/2 cup
Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
Chopped walnuts – 1/2 cup
Powdered sugar – for dusting, optional

Every ingredient is important. The butter must be soft to incorporate well, the nuts must be finely chopped for even distribution, and the flour must be precisely measured so that the dough remains tender.

Step-by-step instructions for a perfect result

Step 1: Preparing the oven and baking tray