Russian Wedding Cakes
Indulge in the timeless charm of Russian Wedding Cakes, delicate and buttery cookies traditionally served during celebrations but perfect for any occasion. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are made with a rich dough of softened butter, powdered sugar, and finely chopped walnuts or pecans, creating a satisfyingly nutty flavor and tender texture. Shaped into bite-sized balls, baked to golden perfection, and lovingly rolled in powdered sugar—twice—they resemble little snowballs that are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, these cookies are a breeze to make and store beautifully for up to a week. An irresistible addition to holiday platters or teatime spreads, these cookies are also known as Russian Tea Cakes, Snowball Cookies, or Mexican Wedding Cookies, reflecting their universal appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks), softened unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup (plus more for coating) powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and chopped nuts to the butter mixture. Stir until the dough comes together and is well combined.
Using your hands, shape the dough into small 1-inch balls and place them about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes, just until they are cool enough to handle but still warm.
Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar until generously coated, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies have cooled, roll them in powdered sugar a second time for a beautiful, snowy appearance.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.5 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.7 g | 598% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 282.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.2 g | ||
| Protein | 46.5 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 851 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
