how to make russian tea cakes

How to Make Russian Tea Cakes

Russian Tea Cakes are the perfect melt-in-your-mouth holiday treat! Here’s how to make them:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup salted butter, room temperature
• 2/3 cup sifted powdered sugar, plus more for coating
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. In a medium bowl, cream the butter until it is light and fluffy. Add the sugar and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
3. In another bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until incorporated. Stir in the walnuts.
4. Using a teaspoon, scoop the dough and roll into balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until lightly brown on the edges.
5. Once the cookies are done baking, transfer them to a plate covered with powdered sugar. Gently roll them around until they are completely coated in sugar, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
6. Enjoy the delicious cookies with a cup of tea!

ENJOY!