Paula's Tea Cakes

Paula’s Tea Cakes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, room temperature
• ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup walnuts, finely chopped
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until well-blended and creamy.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the flour, walnuts, and salt until the mixture holds together when pinched.
4. Shape Dough: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them evenly.
5. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
6. Roll in Powdered Sugar: Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar. Allow the cookies to cool completely and roll them in powdered sugar again for a beautiful, sweet coating.
7. Store: Place in a closed container. For best flavor and texture, allow cookies to rest overnight.

Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth tea cakes the next day for maximum flavor!