How to Make Russian Tea Cakes Iii Like A Professional

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Ah, Russian Tea Cakes! The delightful little bites of heaven that will leave your taste buds doing the cha-cha. These cookies are the perfect combination of buttery goodness and a delightful dusting of powdered sugar that makes you feel like you’re floating on a cloud with each bite. Grab your apron, because we’re diving into the world of these scrumptious treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat!

Feast Your Eyes on This Delight!

First, let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty of these little gems before we even think about baking. They look fancy, but trust me, they’re easier to make than trying to pronounce “Borscht.” Here’s what you’re looking for:

Russian Tea Cakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, but why not?)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will get your kitchen nice and toasty, and also will help get those cookies baked to perfection.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy. It’s like giving your butter a spa day!
  3. Add in the vanilla extract and mix it in like you’re blending the perfect playlist for a party.
  4. Now slowly add the flour, salt, and nuts (if you’re feeling nutty) to the butter mixture, mixing until it’s combined. Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty – it’s all in the name of deliciousness!
  5. Scoop out teaspoon-sized balls of dough and place them on an ungreased baking sheet. These little guys will spread out, so give them some room – we want them to stretch and grow, kind of like a group of friends at a buffet!
  6. Bake them for 10–12 minutes or until they’re lightly golden on the bottom. You want them to look like they’ve just returned from a sunny vacation.
  7. Once out of the oven, let those little cuties cool for a minute, then roll them in the remaining powdered sugar. They’re now dressed to impress!
  8. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before you devour them. (But then again, who could resist a warm cookie? Not me!)

And there you have it! A batch of Russian Tea Cakes that are sure to get rave reviews and possibly a cookie dance-off in your kitchen. Enjoy every crumb!