Russian Tea Cakes III

Russian Tea Cakes, also known as Butterballs or Mexican Wedding Cookies, are traditional holiday cookies in many cultures around the world.

This is vegetarian and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Russian Tea Cakes III

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Russian Cuisine Courses: Any, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Low Carb Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 20 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 ounce Butter
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹³⁄₄ cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Walnuts (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Stir in vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add all-purpose flour and walnuts, mixing well until dough forms.
4. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
9. Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 4g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.