Russian Tea Balls Recipe

Looking for a delightful treat that's perfect for Christmas or any special occasion? Dive into the world of Russian tea balls with this timeless recipe. These buttery cookies, known as snowball or Mexican wedding cookies, are an absolute crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the crunch of chopped walnuts and a dusting of powdered sugar in every bite.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Russian

Keyword: Buttery Cookies, Mexican Wedding Cookies, Powdered Sugar Cookies, Russian Tea Balls Recipe, Snowball Cookies

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: cookies

Calories: 146kcal

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup walnuts chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
powdered sugar

Instructions

Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
Combine all-purpose flour and salt in a separate bowl.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture while mixing.
Stir in chopped walnuts until well combined.
Form the dough into 1" balls and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 325°F for about 20 minutes.
Cool the cookies, then roll them in powdered sugar for a final touch.

Notes

Store Russian tea balls in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze for later. Variations include using different nuts or adding spices like cinnamon. Serve with hot cocoa, Earl Grey tea, or vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

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