Russian Tea Biscuits

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(10)

These are a nice addition on any cookie platter.

3
Servings:
72
Yield:
3 to 6 - dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 72 servings

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup butter, softened

  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vodka

  • ¾ cup hazelnuts, finely chopped

  • cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Directions

  1. Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  2. Combine flour and salt and set aside.

  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and confectioners' sugar blending well. Beat in vodka. Gradually blend in flour/salt mixture. Fold in chopped hazelnuts.

  4. Break off dough in walnut sized pieces and roll into balls. On ungreased baking sheets place balls 1-1/2 inches apart. Flatten slightly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly colored. Sprinkle hot cookies with confectioners' sugar. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

53 Calories
4g Fat
5g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 72
Calories 53
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 4%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 26mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 15mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.