Earl Grey Cookies
Delicate, buttery cookies infused with the floral and citrusy notes of Earl Grey tea. These tea-flavored treats are perfect for pairing with your favorite hot beverage.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling Pin
- Cookie cutter
- Oven
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves finely ground
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tsp lemon zest optional, for extra citrus flavor
- ½ cup dark chocolate optional, for dipping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and ground Earl Grey tea leaves, mixing until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a log or flatten it into a disc, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For an extra touch, dip the cooled cookies in melted dark chocolate and let them set before serving.
Notes
For a stronger tea flavor, steep the Earl Grey leaves in melted butter before mixing. These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week.