Cleveland Style Russian Tea Cakes

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 19
Delicious Cleveland-style Russian Tea Cakes with almonds and golden raisins
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/2 cups unsifted flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup margarine , melted
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon orange peel , grated
4 eggs ( use 3 eggs plus 1 yolk , save1 white )
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup jam or 1 cup preserves
1 - 1 1/2 cup almonds , chopped
1 1/2 - 2 cups golden raisins
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup large crystal sugar
1 egg white

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
48
Calories
140
Sugar
9g
Fat
7g
Cleveland Style Russian Tea Cakes are a delightful dessert option that add an extra layer of flavor with the inclusion of almonds and golden raisins. These cookies are perfect for an afternoon tea or coffee break or as a satisfying sweet after dinner. While this particular recipe may not be suitable for those with nut allergies or strict dietary restrictions, the ingredients do contain some beneficial nutrients. Overall, these Russian Tea Cakes make for a delicious and comforting treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3.In a separate large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, melted margarine, orange juice, and orange peel until well blended.
4.Beat in 3 eggs and 1 egg yolk one at a time. Stir in the vanilla.
5.Gradually stir the flour mixture into the egg mixture until well blended.
6.Mix in the chopped almonds, golden raisins, cinnamon, and crystal sugar until evenly distributed.
7.Divide the dough in half. Roll each half into a log.
8.Transfer the dough logs to a lightly greased baking sheet. Flatten each log slightly.
9.Make a shallow canal down the center of each dough log. Fill each canal with jam or preserves.
10.Beat 1 egg white lightly in a small bowl. Brush each dough log with the egg white.
11.Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake the cookies for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
12.Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet. Cut each log into 24 slices.
13.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Special twist with almonds and golden raisins.
Pairs well with tea or coffee.
Delicious and satisfying dessert option.

CONS

Not suitable for those with nut allergies.
Calories and sugar content may be high for some dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Raisins are high in iron and other essential vitamins and minerals. However, this recipe does contain a fair amount of sugar and fat.

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