(Surprise!) Russian Tea Cakes

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 14
(Surprise!) Russian Tea Cakes recipe for a delicious and fun twist on traditional tea cakes
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter
1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts
9 vanilla caramels
extra confectioners ' sugar or colored sugar crystals

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
200
Sugar
8g
Fat
13g
Russian Tea Cakes, also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies, are a classic dessert often made during the holiday season. This recipe adds a fun twist by adding a sweet surprise in the center with a caramel candy. The combination of buttery cookie and oozy caramel is sure to be a crowd pleaser. While this dessert is not the healthiest option, it is perfect for a special occasion or indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, beat butter and confectioners' sugar until creamy.
3.Add flour, vanilla, and salt and mix until well combined.
4.Stir in chopped nuts.
5.Take a teaspoonful of dough and form into a ball around a caramel candy.
6.Place on baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7.Let cool on sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
8.Roll cooled cookies in extra confectioners' sugar or colored sugar crystals.

PROS

Easy-to-make and fun to eat.
Can add variety with different colored sugar crystals.

CONS

May be too sweet for some.
Recipe can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Nuts provide healthy fats and protein, but caramels and sugar make these treats high in calories and sugar. Enjoy in moderation as a special treat.

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