Earl Grey Tea Shortbread Cookies
Earl Grey Tea Shortbread Cookies are a sophisticated treat that effortlessly blend buttery richness with the fragrant notes of bergamot. These delicate cookies feature a crisp exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them perfect for afternoon tea or as an elegant dessert. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can easily create a batch that brings warmth and nostalgia to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp loose Earl Grey tea leaves
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the room-temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the Earl Grey tea leaves and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sifted flour and salt, then gradually add to the butter mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg