Best 5 Chocolate Filled Russian Tea Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with these Chocolate-Filled Russian Tea Cakes, a delectable treat that captivates the senses. Immerse yourself in the rich and decadent taste of chocolate ganache enveloped in a buttery, crumbly pastry. Discover the secrets behind these bite-sized morsels of heaven, from the perfect balance of sweetness to the symphony of textures that dance on your palate. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore the nuances of each recipe, ranging from the classic to the contemporary, all culminating in an unforgettable symphony of flavors. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your tea time experience with these exquisite Chocolate-Filled Russian Tea Cakes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-FILLED RUSSIAN TEA CAKES



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Chocolate stars are the sweet surprise inside tender, bite-sized cookies coated with powdered sugar.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
48 milk chocolate stars (from 14-oz bag)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon red sugar
1 tablespoon green sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, beat butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and the vanilla with electric mixture on medium speed until well mixed. On low speed, beat in flour, salt and walnuts.
  • For each cookie, shape scant measuring tablespoonfuls dough around chocolate star to make 1-inch ball; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set and bottoms begin to turn golden brown. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sugar coating ingredients.
  • Immediately remove cookies from cookie sheets; roll in sugar coating. Cool completely on cooling racks, about 30 minutes. Roll in sugar coating again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

RUSSIAN TEA CAKES



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There's no feeling quite as blissful as your first bite of one of these cookies. Whether you call them Russian tea cakes, Mexican wedding cookies or snowballs, there's no denying that they're essential to bake during the Christmas season. A shortbread-like dough, studded with chopped nuts, bakes up to a texture that's beautifully sandy and tender, never dry or crumbling to bits. The classic finish for them is a roll through powdered sugar-just like dashing through the winter snow! Make this recipe and you'll be part of a legacy of bakers who have made Russian Tea Cakes one of the most anticipated treats of the season.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup finely chopped nuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Mix butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and the vanilla in large bowl. Stir in flour, nuts and salt until dough holds together.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place about 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set but not brown. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool slightly on wire rack.
  • Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar; cool on wire rack. Roll in powdered sugar again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 55 mg

RUSSIAN TEA CAKES I



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This is a family recipe that's been made at Christmas time by at least 4 generations. This year will be the first for number 5!!! 'Bubba' brought it with her when she came from Lithuania. I pass it on in the true spirit of this season!

Provided by THEAUNT708

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Russian

Time 35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream butter and vanilla until smooth. Combine the 6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and flour; stir into the butter mixture until just blended. Mix in the chopped walnuts. Roll dough into 1 inch balls, and place them 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 12 minutes in the preheated oven. When cool, roll in remaining confectioners' sugar. I also like to roll mine in the sugar a second time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 36.6 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

RUSSIAN TEA CAKES WITH CHOCOLATE



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Make and share this Russian Tea Cakes With Chocolate recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
1/2 cup icing sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2/3 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)
2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Cream buter and sugar. Add vanilla.
  • Gradually beat in flour (and nuts).
  • Stir in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. Shape into balls.
  • Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden on the bottoms.
  • Cool and drizzle with remaining melted chocolate chips.

CHOCOLATE-FILLED RUSSIAN TEA CAKES



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This recipe is from a Pillsbury holiday baking cookbook. I have made Russian tea cakes before but not with chocolate in the middle! YUM! I can't wait to try these.

Provided by Zaney1

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 4 dozen, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
48 milk chocolate stars
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon red sugar crystals
1 tablespoon green sugar crystals

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400.
  • In large bowl, beat butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and the vanilla until well blended.
  • On low speed, beat in flour, salt and pecans.
  • For each cookie, shape a scant Tbsp of dough around 1 chocolate star to make a 1-inch ball.
  • Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 12-15 minutes or until set and bottoms start to turn golden brown.
  • SUGAR COATING:.
  • Combine powdered sugar and red and green sugar.
  • Mix well.
  • Immediately remove baked cookies from cookies sheets and roll in sugar coating.
  • Cool completely on cooling racks, about 30 minutes.
  • Roll in sugar coating again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2442.7, Fat 149.8, SaturatedFat 74, Cholesterol 265, Sodium 1020.1, Carbohydrate 257.4, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 149.6, Protein 24.6

Tips:

  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps to prevent the cookies from spreading too much and keeps the chocolate filling from oozing out.
  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will make a big difference in the taste of the cookies. Use a chocolate that you enjoy eating on its own.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before filling them: This will help to prevent the chocolate from melting and making the cookies messy.

Conclusion:

Chocolate-filled Russian tea cakes are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these cookies that will be sure to impress your friends and family.

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