Surprise Russian Tea Cakes
Add a festive twist to a classic favorite with these Surprise Russian Tea Cakes! Delicate and buttery, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature finely chopped pecans or walnuts for a nutty richness and a delightful surprise of mini chocolate chips hidden in every bite. Perfectly sweetened with powdered sugar, these treats are double-coated for an irresistibly snowy finish. Simple to make in under 40 minutes, these cookies are an ideal choice for holiday cookie swaps, special celebrations, or a cozy afternoon treat. Whether you're a fan of traditional tea cakes or looking to add a chocolatey upgrade, these confections are sure to impress while keeping prep easy and cleanup minimal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 0.5 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until combined. Stir in the finely chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips by hand using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and shape it into a ball using your hands. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the cookies are set but not browned. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in powdered sugar to coat. Place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again to give them a snowy, festive finish.
Serve and enjoy your Surprise Russian Tea Cakes with a hidden chocolate chip crunch in every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.9 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.8 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 431.8 g | 157% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
