<!DOCTYPE html><html lang=”en”><head> <meta charset=”UTF-8″> <title>Russian Tea Balls</title> <meta name=”description” content=”Classic Russian Tea Balls – buttery, nutty cookies dusted in powdered sugar. Perfect for holidays, tea time, and gifting.”> <style> body { font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; background-color: #fafafa; color: #333; padding: 20px; } h1, h2 { color: #5a3e2b; } ul, ol { margin-left: 20px; } .section { margin-bottom: 25px; } </style></head><body> <h1>Russian Tea Balls</h1> <div class=”section”> <h2>Introduction</h2> <p> Russian Tea Balls are classic, melt-in-your-mouth cookies made with butter, finely chopped nuts, and a generous coating of powdered sugar. Known by many names such as Snowball Cookies or Mexican Wedding Cookies, these treats are especially popular during the holidays but are perfect any time you crave something sweet, simple, and comforting. </p> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Ingredients</h2> <ul> <li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened</li> <li>1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)</li> <li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract</li> <li>2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour</li> <li>1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)</li> <li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li> </ul> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Instructions</h2> <ol> <li>Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.</li> <li>In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.</li> <li>Mix in the vanilla extract.</li> <li>Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.</li> <li>Fold in the finely chopped nuts until evenly distributed.</li> <li>Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.</li> <li>Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.</li> <li>Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.</li> <li>Once completely cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for a snowy finish.</li> </ol> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Description</h2> <p> These delicate cookies have a rich, buttery flavor with a tender crumb that practically melts in your mouth. The nuts add a subtle crunch, while the powdered sugar coating gives them their signature sweet, snowy appearance. They pair beautifully with tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. </p> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Tips</h2> <ul> <li>Finely chop the nuts for a smoother texture.</li> <li>Do not overbake—these cookies should stay pale on top.</li> <li>Rolling the cookies in sugar while warm helps the coating stick better.</li> <li>Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh and tender.</li> </ul> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Corrections & Variations</h2> <ul> <li>If the dough feels too crumbly, add 1–2 teaspoons of milk.</li> <li>If cookies spread too much, chill the dough for 20 minutes before baking.</li> <li>For variation, add a pinch of cinnamon or substitute vanilla with almond extract.</li> <li>You can use gluten-free all-purpose flour as a substitute if needed.</li> </ul> </div> <div class=”section”> <h2>Enjoy</h2> <p> Serve these Russian Tea Balls as a festive dessert, a cozy afternoon snack, or a thoughtful homemade gift. Each bite is soft, sweet, and comforting— a timeless cookie everyone loves. Enjoy every powdered-sugar-covered moment! </p> </div></body></html>
Russian Tea Balls!!!
