Russian Tea Cookies
These delightful crumbly cookies combine a sweet buttery flavor with a subtle crunch from nuts, rolled in powdered sugar for a perfect treat to enjoy with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) Optional to toast them lightly for enhanced flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped nuts, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
- Using your hands, shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in powdered sugar to coat. Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
To keep cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container, separated by parchment paper. They can also be refrigerated or frozen for longer storage. For variations, consider swapping nuts for chocolate chips, adding citrus zest, or incorporating spices.