Russian Tea Cakes

Russian tea cakes, also known as Mexican wedding cookies, are buttery and nutty cookies coated in powdered sugar.
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Russian Tea Cakes

Ingredients - Serves 24

Let's Get Started

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and ground almonds to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
  5. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes.
  8. Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar until coated.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool completely, then roll them in powdered sugar again for a second coating.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Dietary Info

  • Dish Type: Dessert
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Calories: 120
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbs: 10g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Sugar: 4g