How to Make Russian Tea Cakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, then look no further than Russian Tea Cakes. These delicious cookies, also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies or Snowball Cookies, are a beloved classic in many households. Their buttery, nutty flavor and delicate powder sugar coating make them the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just craving a homemade treat, Russian Tea Cakes are sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen cookies

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cream butter and vanilla together in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Whisk flour and 6 tablespoons powdered sugar together in separate bowl. Add to the butter mixture and stir until just blended. Add walnuts and mix until incorporated; mixture may be crumbly.
  • Take small scoops of dough and roll between your hands into 1-inch balls. Place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are just turning golden, about 12 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 15 minutes.
  • Place remaining 1/3 cup powdered sugar in a small bowl. Roll cooled cookies in the powdered sugar once or twice.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    101 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 1mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 24mg