These cookies are traditionally made in my family every Christmas. I have also heard them referred to as Mexican Wedding Cookies and Russian Tea Cakes. Whatever you call them, they are fabulous.
These cookies are traditionally made in my family every Christmas. I have also heard them referred to as Mexican Wedding Cookies and Russian Tea Cakes. Whatever you call them, they are fabulous.
1½ cups unsalted butter (softened) ¾ cup powdered sugar, plus an extra 1½ cups for rolling ¾ teaspoon salt 1½ cups finely ground blanched almonds 5 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cream butter in a bowl. Gradually add powdered sugar and salt. Beat until light and fluffy. Add almonds and vanilla. Blend in flour gradually and mix well. Shape into balls using about 1 teaspoon for each cookie. Place on ungreased cookie sheets, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Do not brown. Cool slightly, then roll in the powdered sugar.