Mexican Bride Cookies

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 14

Delicious Mexican Bride Cookies recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

145

Sugar

Fat

11g

Mexican Bride Cookies, also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Tea Cakes, are traditionally served at weddings, holidays and other special occasions. These simple yet delicious cookies are a shortbread cookie filled with crunchy pecans, dusted with powdered sugar and shaped into adorable little balls. They are a staple in many households due to their ease of preparation and classic flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2.	In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt together.
3.	Mix in the butter until the dough comes together, then mix in the chopped pecans and vanilla extract.
4.	Roll small pieces of dough into balls and place on a prepared baking sheet.
5.	Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
6.	Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These Mexican Bride Cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

The combination of pecans and butter makes for a rich and buttery flavor with a crunchy texture.

CONS

These cookies can be high in calories and fat due to the butter and pecans.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These cookies are not particularly healthy, but can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pecans in these cookies are a good source of healthy fats and protein, which can help promote heart health and reduce inflammation.

	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar
	1 cup butter , softened
	1 pinch salt
	1 cup chopped pecans
	1 tablespoon vanilla extract