Description
Indulge in the cozy, melt-in-your-mouth delight of Russian tea cookies. These buttery treats, dusted with powdered sugar, offer a perfect blend of vanilla and nutty flavors that make them a favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at gatherings or enjoying them solo with a hot cup of tea, these cookies evoke warmth and nostalgia. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they are sure to become a beloved addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 2 tsp 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.
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and chopped nuts until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool before dusting generously with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg