Russian Tea Cakes

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups Almond Flour
• 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Chopped Walnuts
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (for coating)
• 1/2 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
• 1/4 teaspoon Almond Extract
• 2 tablespoons Rice Flour

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Stir in the vanilla extract and almond extract.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, rice flour, xanthan gum and salt.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

6. 6

   Stir in the chopped walnuts.

7. 7

   Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

9. 9

   Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before rolling them in powdered sugar.

10. 10

    Roll the cookies in powdered sugar again once they have cooled completely.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.