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The Best Classic Russian Tea Cakes Recipe (Melt-in-Your-Mouth Snowball Cookies)

A close-up stack of freshly baked russian tea cakes generously coated in white powdered sugar on a white plate.
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Make these easy, buttery Russian Tea Cakes, also known as Snowball Cookies or Mexican Wedding Cookies. They feature finely chopped pecans and melt in your mouth under a heavy coating of powdered sugar. This classic holiday cookie recipe is simple to follow.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Stir in the chopped pecans by hand.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Once completely cool, place a generous amount of extra powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each cookie thoroughly in the sugar until completely coated.
  8. For a thicker coating, you can roll the cookies a second time after the first layer of sugar has settled, about 15 minutes later.

Notes

  • For the best melt-in-your-mouth texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling if your kitchen is warm.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if you prefer a different nut flavor.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to traditional baking, consider how meal planning services can free up your time for holiday projects.

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