Russian Tea Cake Snowball (Printable Version)
# What You Need:
→ Dough
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200 g all-purpose flour
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100 g cold unsalted butter
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50 g granulated sugar
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50 g finely chopped pecans or walnuts
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Zest of half an orange
→ Coating
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Powdered sugar, for coating
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
In a bowl, blend together flour, sugar, chopped nuts, and orange zest. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
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Using your hands, shape the dough into 24 small, evenly-sized balls.
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Preheat the oven to 160 °C. Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for approximately 15 minutes until pale but set.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Roll each cookie in powdered sugar twice to ensure a thick coating.
# Additional Notes:
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Citrus zest enhances both the flavor and appearance of these cookies, offering a modern twist to a classic recipe.
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Orange zest is a seasonal ingredient, making this recipe ideal for the winter months.