Description
Mom’s Russian Tea Cookies are delightful melt-in-your-mouth treats that evoke warmth and nostalgia. Dusted with powdered sugar, these buttery cookies feature a subtle nutty flavor, making them perfect for cozy gatherings or afternoon tea. Baking these cookies not only fills your kitchen with a heavenly aroma but also creates cherished moments with loved ones, solidifying their place as a holiday favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture while stirring gently.
- Fold in the chopped nuts evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges. Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg