Description

Southern Tea Cake Cookies are soft, buttery cookies that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and have a delightful flavor that pairs well with tea.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well blended and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and continue to beat until combined.
Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, ensuring everything is well incorporated but not over-mixed.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a greased baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding lemon zest or almond extract.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
These cookies can be decorated with icing or sprinkles if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Southern Tea Cake Cookies, cookies, dessert, baking, Southern cuisine