Earl Grey Tea Cookies

Delight your senses with these fragrant Earl Grey Tea Cookies, the perfect treat for tea lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. Infused with the aromatic essence of Earl Grey tea leaves, these buttery cookies deliver a delicate floral and citrusy flavor profile in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth shortbread-style cookie that’s both elegant and flavorful. With just a hint of vanilla and a touch of salt to balance the sweetness, these cookies are ideal for an afternoon tea party, a thoughtful gift, or simply indulging alongside your favorite cup of tea. Ready in under 40 minutes (plus chilling time), these Earl Grey Tea Cookies are as simple to create as they are delightful to enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 226 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves (from tea bags or loose leaf)
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the vanilla extract and Earl Grey tea leaves to the butter mixture, mixing until evenly incorporated.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring gently until it forms a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a log shape about 2 inches in diameter, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Remove the cookie dough from the refrigerator and slice each log into rounds about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Place the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheets about 1 inch apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your fragrant and buttery Earl Grey Tea Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	590.4 grams (590.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2950

Total Fat 196.20g	252%
Saturated Fat 113.40g	567%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 1217mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 291.30g	106%
Dietary Fiber 6.80g	24%
Total Sugars 101.10g
Protein 27.40g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 325mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 38.3%