Russian Tea Cakes Recipe delivers soft, buttery cookies coated in powdered sugar with a delicate crunch of walnuts. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are a beloved holiday classic, ideal for festive gatherings or as edible gifts.
Ingredients for this Russian Tea Cakes Recipe:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar, or more as needed (for rolling)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and 6 tablespoons powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually add flour until fully blended.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts until evenly mixed.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place 1 inch apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies for 5 minutes, then roll warm cookies in powdered sugar.
- After fully cooled, roll a second time for a perfect finish.
Prep Time:
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Bake: 12–15 minutes
- Cool & Coat: 10 minutes
- Total: ~35–40 minutes
Nutrition (Per Cookie, approx. 1 of 36):
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbs: 9g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 1g
Whether for Christmas or cozy evenings, this Russian Tea Cakes Recipe is a timeless treat your guests will love.
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