For an extra layer of flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before chopping. This enhances their nutty taste and adds a pleasant crunch to the cookies. Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth dough. If the dough seems too dry, add a teaspoon of milk or water at a time until it comes together. Don't skip the double coating of confectioners' sugar! This gives the cookies their signature sweet and snowy appearance. These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature and can last for up to a week. Feel free to experiment with different nuts, such as pecans or almonds, to create your own unique variation.
Chef John's Russian Tea Cakes
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING14 People
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VIEWS316
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, also known as Mexican Wedding Cakes or Snowball Cookies. These buttery, nutty delights are coated in a generous blanket of confectioners' sugar, making them the perfect festive treat or anytime indulgence.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate26 g
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Cholesterol35 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium22 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Position a rack in the center of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, toasted walnuts, 1/3 cup of confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Add the 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. With clean hands, mix the ingredients together until a dough begins to form. Continue mixing until all the flour and butter are evenly incorporated into the dough, creating a cohesive mixture. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Scoop out the dough and roll it into uniformly round balls, slightly larger than 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. (15 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are lightly golden, typically 15 to 25 minutes, depending on their size. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool for exactly 5 minutes. While still warm, roll the cookies in 1 cup of confectioners' sugar in a medium bowl. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, toss them again in confectioners' sugar for a generous coating. (15 minutes)
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Anjali Kirlin
Feb 13, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the cookies came out perfect. Thank you for sharing!
Moshe Morar
Dec 17, 2024These were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone raved about how delicate and delicious they were.
Joey Littel
Aug 1, 2024My family loves these! They're so simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Kristy Jones
Feb 22, 2024The double coating of confectioners' sugar is genius! They look so pretty and taste amazing.
Valentin Shanahan
Jan 24, 2024I've made these with both walnuts and pecans, and they're fantastic either way. This recipe is a keeper!