Best 4 Secret Kiss Cookiesrussian Tea Cakes With A Twist Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Secret Kiss Cookies, also known as Russian Tea Cakes, with a delightful twist. These snowball-shaped cookies, coated in confectioners' sugar, hold a hidden surprise – a rich and flavorful filling. This article presents two captivating variations of this classic treat: the traditional Secret Kiss Cookies with a luscious apricot filling and a unique Secret Kiss Cookies with a rich chocolate filling. Both recipes promise an explosion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The traditional recipe offers a harmonious blend of buttery dough and tangy apricot preserves, while the chocolate variation boasts a velvety chocolate filling encased in a crispy exterior. With step-by-step instructions, baking tips, and beautiful images, this article guides you through the process of creating these irresistible cookies that are perfect for any occasion.

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SECRET KISS COOKIES/RUSSIAN TEA CAKES WITH A TWIST



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Nana Devine made her Pecan Balls as she called them since I couldnt pronounce the polish word she used lol...my mother in law called them russian tea cakes and I have seen them listed as Mexican wedding cakes too. The recipes all seem basically the same, maybe a tad more of this or a bit less of that. My favorite way to eat them...

Provided by Deneece Gursky

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 stick butter, softened
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 c all purpose flour
1 c chopped pecans or walnuts
30-36 hersheys kisses, unwrapped
powdered sugar
I HAVE ALSO GOTTEN CREATIVE AND USED THE FLAVORED HERSHEYS KISSES WHEN AVAILABLE THRUOUT THE YEAR SUCH AS THE CORDIAL CHERRY AND CARAMEL VARIETIES
ANOTHER JAP MEMBER CHERYL ROMANO MAKES THESE USING A MARASCHINO CHERRY (WIPED DRY) IN THE CENTER! THIS SOUNDS AMAZING AND I AM DEFINITELY GIVING IT A TRY!

Steps:

  • 1. Beat butter, granulated sugar and vanilla in large bowl until fluffy.
  • 2. Add flour and walnuts and beat on low speed of mixer until well blended.
  • 3. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until dough is firm enough to handle.
  • 4. Heat oven to 375°F.
  • 5. Shape about 1 tablespoon of dough around each hersheys kiss and roll to make ball. (Make sure chocolate is completely covered) Put cookies on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • 6. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set but not brown.
  • 7. Cool slightly. While cookies are still slightly warm, roll them in powdered sugar. Cool completely. (I roll mine again after cooled)
  • 8. If you prefer you can mix together cocoa and powdered sugar and roll them in that.

SECRET KISS COOKIES



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Here's a recipe that's literally sealed with a "kiss." This cookie's bound to tickle any sweet tooth. -Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
54 milk chocolate kisses
1-1/3 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
2 tablespoons baking cocoa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually add flour and mix well. Fold in walnuts. Refrigerate dough until firm, 2-3 hours. , Preheat oven to 375°. Shape into 1-in. balls. Flatten balls and place a chocolate kiss in the center of each; pinch dough together around kiss. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake until set but not browned, 12 minutes. Cool 1 minute; remove from pans to wire racks. , Sift together 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar and cocoa. While cookies are still warm, roll half in cocoa mixture and half in remaining confectioners' sugar. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your cookies.
  • Make sure your butter is cold. This will help the cookies hold their shape better.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies keep their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before rolling them in powdered sugar. This will help the sugar stick to the cookies better.

Conclusion:

These secret kiss cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their unique combination of flavors and textures, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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