Did you see our Russian Tea Cakes that we shared back in December over the Holidays? It’s one of my friends recipes that I crave every year around Christmas, they’re one of those recipes that you just have to have for the holiday or it doesn’t feel right!

Today I made a twist on that traditional Russian Tea Cakes recipe and made a Lemon version. I combined two of my favorites – my favorite cookie and my favorite flavor into the perfect Lemon Russian Tea Cakes! These are pretty high on my list as a favorite cookie! Check out how easy they are to make!

How to Make Lemon Russian Tea Cakes

Ingredients You Need

1 Cup Butter, Softened
1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar
1 Teaspoon Rodelle Lemon Extract
2 1/4 Cup Flour
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
Powdered Sugar for Rolling

Instructions

Step 1 – Beat the Butter, powdered sugar and Rodelle Lemon Extract together in a stand mixer

Step 2 – Add the flour and salt to the butter mixture and mix well

Step 3 – Form 1 inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet, bake at 375 degrees for 7 minutes. Be sure to pull them out of the oven at 7 minutes even if they look like they’re not finished baking!

Step 4 – Roll the Cookies in powdered sugar, you may want to do this twice! Enjoy!

I found these adorable little candy flowers and added them to the Lemon Russian Tea Cakes and they really give them a springy feel. I think making them for Easter would be a great idea!

I was thrilled when I found out that Rodelle makes Lemon Extract, since I am a HUGE fan of their products and lemon is my absolute favorite – it was a match made in heaven! I have been planning and creating lots of lemon deliciousness to share with you! Watch for more recipes coming up!