Delicious Mexican Wedding Cookies Recipe

Mexican Wedding Cookies, also known as Russian Tea Cakes or Mexican Polvorones, are delightful and buttery cookies dusted with powdered sugar. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for weddings, holidays, or any special occasion. Follow this easy recipe to create a batch of these scrumptious cookies that will impress your family and friends. The best part is that you only need a few basic ingredients and about 30 minutes of preparation time!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans or walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Stir in the finely chopped pecans or walnuts.
6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until slightly golden on the bottom.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet.
9. While still warm, roll the cookies in powdered sugar until completely coated.
10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again for an extra coating.
12. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

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