Earl Grey Cookies

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These Earl Grey Cookies are buttery with a subtle tea flavour, perfect for a sophisticated snack or dessert alongside a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp loose-leaf Earl Grey tea (or 2 tea bags, finely ground)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a touch of extra sweetness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the tea: If using loose-leaf Earl Grey tea, grind it finely using a spice grinder or food processor. If you’re using tea bags, simply cut them open and use the finely ground tea inside.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, Earl Grey tea, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and honey (if using) until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Combine dry and wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until combined. If the dough feels too dry or crumbly, add a tablespoon of milk to help bind it together.
  5. Chill the dough: Form the dough into a log shape about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm. Chilling makes it easier to slice and helps the flavours meld together.
  6. Preheat oven: While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Slice and bake: Once the dough is firm, slice it into ¼-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Here’s a delightful recipe for Earl Grey Cookies, perfect for tea lovers. These buttery, fragrant cookies are infused with the floral and citrus notes of Earl Grey tea, making them a perfect treat to pair with your favorite cup of tea.

Earl Grey Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp loose-leaf Earl Grey tea (or 2 tea bags, finely ground)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional, for a touch of extra sweetness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp milk (if needed for consistency)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the tea: If using loose-leaf Earl Grey tea, grind it finely using a spice grinder or food processor. If you’re using tea bags, simply cut them open and use the finely ground tea inside.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, Earl Grey tea, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and honey (if using) until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Combine dry and wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until combined. If the dough feels too dry or crumbly, add a tablespoon of milk to help bind it together.
  5. Chill the dough: Form the dough into a log shape about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm. Chilling makes it easier to slice and helps the flavors meld together.
  6. Preheat oven: While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Slice and bake: Once the dough is firm, slice it into ¼-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef Grace’s Tips:

  • For extra flavour: Add a teaspoon of orange zest to the dough to enhance the citrus notes of the Earl Grey tea.
  • Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.