Russian Tea Balls Recipe
Russian Tea Balls, also known as Snowball Cookies or Mexican Wedding Cookies, are a buttery, nutty delight coated in powdered sugar. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or pairing with tea or coffee!
Ingredients
- - 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- - 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus more for rolling
- - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- - 3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix well. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. Stir in finely chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop out dough and roll into 1-inch balls using your hands. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are a light golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: While warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat. Place on a wire rack to cool completely. For an extra snowy look, roll in powdered sugar again before serving.
Notes
- Toasting the nuts before adding them to the dough enhances their flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- These cookies freeze well for up to 3 months. Simply thaw before serving.