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Earl Grey Sugar Cookies

Earl Grey Sugar Cookies

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Earl Grey Sugar Cookies offer a comforting and sophisticated twist on classic sugar cookies, infused with the citrusy bergamot aroma of Earl Grey tea and enhanced with natural lemon zest and vanilla extract. Made using plant-based butter and milk along with a natural gelling agent, these tender yet crisp cookies are simple to prepare and perfect for tea time, gifting, or a delicious snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup plant-based butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Earl Grey tea leaves, finely ground
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (natural flavoring)
  • 1/4 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural flavoring)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tea and Dry Ingredients: Finely grind the Earl Grey tea leaves to release their full aroma. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground tea, and natural gelling agent until evenly combined.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the plant-based butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. This ensures a soft, tender dough and cookies that keep their shape while melting in your mouth.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add plant-based milk, vanilla extract (natural flavoring), and lemon zest (natural flavoring) to the creamed butter and sugar. Stir gently to combine and allow the citrus notes to infuse the dough early.
  4. Combine Ingredients and Chill Dough: Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a light texture. Wrap the dough tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to enhance flavors and facilitate shaping.
  5. Shape and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the chilled dough into balls and place them spaced on parchment-lined baking sheets. Press each ball lightly to slightly flatten them. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are set but still soft.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Remove cookies from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Cooling allows the cookies to firm up to a perfect texture that is ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use freshly ground Earl Grey tea leaves for a more vibrant flavor.
  • Chilling the dough is essential for preventing spreading and intensifying flavors.
  • Measure flour using the spoon and level method to avoid dry or dense cookies.
  • Adjust the amount of citrus zest to taste for subtle variations.
  • Watch baking time carefully; overbaking dries out these delicate cookies.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Earl Grey, sugar cookies, plant-based, vegan cookies, tea-infused, citrus cookies, dessert, snack, teatime

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/earl-grey-sugar-cookies/