Russian Tea Cookies Recipe

These delightful Russian Tea Cookies get a Hawaiian twist with the addition of macadamia nuts (or pecans and walnuts if you prefer)! A simple recipe with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these bite-sized cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave a sweet treat. My nephews love helping make these – the powdered sugar rolling is half the fun! This recipe uses softened butter for a uniquely tender crumb. Get ready for a delicious and easy baking experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 914 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Russian Tea Cookies

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How to Make Russian Tea Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ½ cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon almond extract and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts (or ½ cup each of pecans and walnuts).
  7. Use a 25mm cookie scooper to scoop the dough and roll into balls.
  8. Place cookies onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
  9. Bake for 7-8 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Remove from oven and immediately roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  11. Once completely cool, roll in powdered sugar again for an extra layer of sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

155g

Carbs

24g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Russian Tea Cookies?

Russian Tea Cookies takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Russian Tea Cookies?

Russian Tea Cookies has approximately 914 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 101 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Russian Tea Cookies?

The key ingredients for Russian Tea Cookies are Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar, Almond Extract, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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