Russian Tea Biscuits

Russian Tea Biscuits, also known as Russian Tea Cakes or Snowball Cookies, are popular treats during tea time in Russia. They are called ‘pryaniki’ in Russian and are often enjoyed with a cup of hot tea.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 27 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Russian Tea Biscuits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Russian Courses: Anytime, Bakery Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Total Time 27 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the biscuits to cool on a wire rack.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 8g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.