RUSSIAN TEACAKES OR MEXICAN WEDDING CAKES
This by far is my favorite recipe for these multi-named cookies. It has both Almond and Vanilla extract which is why I like it and you can use any kind of nut you like. Your own technique determines the outcome I've noticed. I like for the dough to set overnite it seems to enhance the flavor. Depending on your mixing methods with...
Provided by Lou Ann Weder
Categories Other Snacks
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 400 F In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter (2 sticks= 1 cup) powdered sugar 1/2 cup vanilla and almond extract 1/2tsp each *I like to cut my butter up even if it is soft, just makes the process easier. Beat with mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy.
- 2. In a bowl to the side ready to go... flour and salt, mix this up a bit with a fork or wisk.
- 3. Combine flour and butter mixture still using the mixer, and add pecans until blended. I have stopped short a few times and I liked it equally as well.
- 4. *Once combined, the mixture should be able to be made into walnut sized balls, any bigger or smaller you should adjust baking time. This is not a perfect science so don't worry over it.
- 5. Place the balls on a ungreased cookie sheet two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes *Immediately roll cookies in powdered sugar. *Cool completely and REROLL cookies again in powdered sugar before storing.
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Isaac Asomah
[email protected]Overall, I'm really happy with this recipe. The teacakes are delicious and they're easy to make.
Chawanangwa Kachali
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too crumbly for my taste. I think I should have chilled the dough for longer.
Sk Lalon
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of nuts, but I still enjoyed these cookies. The powdered sugar coating is the perfect touch.
Tamar Khatchadour
[email protected]These teacakes are the perfect make-ahead cookie. I can freeze them for up to two months.
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[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand.
Gang On 4our
[email protected]These cookies are a lot of work, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!
KR khokon
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my teacakes turned out flat and dense.
Faizan shah
[email protected]These cookies were a bit dry. I think I should have added more butter.
EHTASHAM AMJAD
[email protected]I had a hard time getting the dough to come together. I ended up adding more flour than the recipe called for.
Perseverance Ellorna Mokwena
[email protected]These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
Swamy Natha
[email protected]I love the delicate flavor of these teacakes. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.
Rajon Biswas
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! I made them for a cookie exchange and they were a huge hit.
Michelle Eagle hunter
[email protected]I've made these teacakes several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and nutty.
Ch Sab
[email protected]These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them.
Mo Akil Mo Akil
[email protected]I tried this recipe for the first time last week and it turned out great! The teacakes were light and fluffy, and the powdered sugar coating was the perfect finishing touch.
Camron Boykin
[email protected]I've been making these Mexican wedding cakes for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion.
Jafalan Bint Muzamiru
[email protected]These Russian teacakes were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.