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Classic Christmas Cookies Russian Tea Cakes

Classic Christmas Cookies Russian Tea Cakes

Classic Christmas Cookies Russian Tea Cakes are melt-in-your-mouth treats that evoke holiday cheer and family memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ½ cup Confectioners’ Sugar for the dough
  • 2 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour for structure
  • ½ teaspoon Salt enhances flavors
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract for aroma
  • ¾ cup Finely Chopped Toasted Pecans for crunch
For Coating
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar for rolling cookies

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • refrigerator

Method
 

How to Make Classic Christmas Cookies Russian Tea Cakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
  2. Cream the softened butter and ½ cup of confectioners’ sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Add the all-purpose flour and salt gradually into the butter mixture, stirring just until a soft dough forms.
  5. Stir in the finely chopped toasted pecans.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-tablespoon-sized balls. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  7. Place the chilled dough balls onto your prepared baking sheet, allowing 1–2 inches of space between them.
  8. Bake for 7–10 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden brown.
  9. Cool the cookies slightly before rolling in powdered sugar while warm.
  10. Let the cookies cool completely, then roll again in confectioners’ sugar for a snowy finish.
  11. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with extra confectioners' sugar before serving for added flair.

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