Russian Tea Cakes
Russian Tea Cakes, also known as snowball cookies, are delightful, melt-in-your-mouth treats that perfectly blend buttery richness with a nutty crunch. These cookies, dusted in powdered sugar, evoke warm memories of cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to impress at any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, chopped nuts, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg