Description
These rugged, flavorful Russian rock cookies are packed with nuts and raisins, offering a satisfying crunch and rustic charm perfect for tea time or holiday trays.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- Optional: 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Optional: Zest of one orange
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, beat until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, until a dough forms.
- Fold in chopped walnuts and raisins (plus any optional add-ins).
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops onto baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden and tops are set.
- Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For added flavor, toast the walnuts before mixing. Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. Don’t overmix the dough—just mix until combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cookies, Russian rock cookies, nuts, raisins, tea-time treat