Russian Tea Cakes (No Nuts)

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 13

Make these mouth-watering Russian Tea Cakes with no nuts that will melt in your mouth!

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine , softened
	1/2 cup powdered sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla ( I use almond extract ) or 1 teaspoon almond extract ( I use almond extract )
	2 1/4 cups flour
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/8 cup colored sugar crystals ( I use red and green )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

140

Sugar

Fat

Russian Tea Cakes, also known as Mexican Wedding Cakes, Polvorones, Butterballs or Snowballs are a traditional dessert that originated in Europe. These bite-sized cookies are easy to make and are made with few ingredients. The key to getting these cookies right is to not overwork the dough or over-bake them, so they remain soft. Russian tea cakes are usually served at weddings, Christmas, and other special occasions in many cultures. So, it's a perfect recipe to learn and will become a staple in everyone’s dessert rotation.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	In a large bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Stir in vanilla/almond extract.
4.	Combine flour and salt; gradually stir into butter mixture.
5.	Mix in colored sugar.
6.	Roll the dough into balls.
7.	Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
8.	Bake for 10-12 minutes until set.
9.	Once cooled, roll them in powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!

PROS

These Russian Tea Cakes are so easy to make and perfect for any occasion! They have a delicate melt-in-your-mouth texture, which is especially delicious with a cup of tea.
You can store them in an airtight container for up to a week and they will still taste fresh.

CONS

This recipe includes a lot of powdered sugar, which can be unhealthy if consumed in large amounts.
Also, the sugar crystals used for decoration may not appeal to everyone’s taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these cookies are not the healthiest treats, consuming them in moderation can still offer some health benefits. The flour used in this recipe is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which are needed for energy. Butter, despite its saturated fat content, provides some important fat-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin A, D, E, and K. Although, it’s advisable to indulge in moderation.