Russian Cherry Teacakes

Vegetarian
Russian Cherry Teacakes
100 min.
48
78kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Russian Cherry Teacakes, a charming treat that perfectly embodies the spirit of festive gatherings and cozy afternoons. These vegetarian delights are not only easy to prepare but also a wonderful way to impress your guests with a unique twist on traditional cookies. With a balance of sweet candied cherries and crunchy pecans, each bite offers a delightful contrast that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Their delicate sweetness is enhanced by the light dusting of confectioners' sugar, making them an elegant addition to any antipasti platter or a perfect snack to enjoy with a warm cup of tea. At just 78 calories per serving, you can savor these treats guilt-free, whether as a starter or a simple afternoon snack. With a generous yield of 48 servings, they're an ideal choice for celebrations or gatherings where sharing is key.

As you embark on this baking adventure, the process of creaming butter and sugar, followed by the gentle folding of cherries and nuts, creates a warm and inviting atmosphere in your kitchen. Once baked to perfection, these teacakes transform into melt-in-your-mouth morsels that are sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection. Embrace the joy of baking and treat yourself and your loved ones to these delightful Russian Cherry Teacakes!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup confectioners' sugar plus more for rolling
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup candied glace cherries chopped
  • 0.8 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cup butter unsalted
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla thoroughly. Sift together the flour and salt, add to the butter, and mix. Fold in the nuts and cherries and chill the dough for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  3. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet (they do not spread as they bake).
  4. Bake until set but do not brown, about 10 minutes.
  5. While still warm but set, roll the cookies in confectioners' sugar and cool.
  6. Roll in confectioners' sugar again and bake again for 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein4.11%
Fat58.7%
Carbs37.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.77
Glycemic Load
3.24
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.4178260870926%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.18mg
Delphinidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:77.6kcal
3.88%
Fat:5.12g
7.88%
Saturated Fat:2.54g
15.9%
Carbohydrates:7.31g
2.44%
Net Carbohydrates:6.97g
2.53%
Sugar:2.14g
2.38%
Cholesterol:10.17mg
3.39%
Sodium:12.78mg
0.56%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:0.81g
1.61%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.85%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.83%
Selenium:2.11µg
3.01%
Folate:11.24µg
2.81%
Vitamin A:119.14IU
2.38%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.95%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.84%
Iron:0.32mg
1.76%
Copper:0.03mg
1.49%
Fiber:0.34g
1.35%
Phosphorus:12.19mg
1.22%