Wedding Cookies Snowballs Russian Tea Cakes
Delicate, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, Wedding Cookies Snowballs Russian Tea Cakes are a timeless classic perfect for any festive occasion. These crumbly shortbread-inspired cookies are studded with finely chopped pecans or walnuts and coated in a generous layer of powdered sugar that resembles freshly fallen snow. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple ingredient list featuring pantry staples like unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, this recipe is as easy to follow as it is satisfying. Baked to golden perfection and blanketed in a sweet, snowy coating, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, tea parties, or as edible gifts. Whether you know them as Mexican wedding cookies, Russian tea cakes, or snowballs, these bite-sized treats will delight your taste buds with every tender, nutty bite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 cup extra powdered sugar (for coating)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until soft and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Add 0.5 cup of powdered sugar to the butter and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 5
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing at low speed until the dough starts to come together.
Step 6
Stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it between your hands to form a smooth ball. Place the cookie balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.
Step 10
While the cookies are still warm, roll them generously in the extra powdered sugar until well coated. Place on a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Once the cookies have cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again to ensure a thick, snowy coating.
Step 12
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (687.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3326.4 |
| Total Fat 178.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 23.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 408.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 189.3g | |
| Protein 40.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 799.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories