Russian Tea Cakes, aka Mexican Tea Cakes
Servings: 4 Dozen | Prep Time: 30 Minutes | Cook Time: 10 - 12 Minutes
Ingredients
Mix together thoroughly (the freestanding Kitchen Aid mixer does this in a snap)
Directions
Sift together and stir in:
2-1/4 cups sifted flour
1/4 tsp. salt
Mix in:
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds, walnuts or pecans
Chill dough 30 minutes or so. Roll into one-inch balls and place 2-1/2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes until set but not brown in a 400 degree oven.
While warm, roll in confectioner's sugar. Let cool. Roll again in confectioner's sugar. (Kids love to make these)