Description
Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies are a delightful fusion of buttery goodness and the aromatic essence of Earl Grey tea. These elegant treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a tea party or looking for a thoughtful homemade gift. With their delicate flavor profile and simple preparation, you can impress family and friends in no time. The infusion of Earl Grey tea leaves gives these cookies a unique twist on traditional shortbread, making them an ideal accompaniment to your favorite hot beverage. Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth texture and the subtle floral notes with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup icing sugar
- 1 tsp Earl Grey extract (or vanilla extract)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tsp finely ground Earl Grey leaves
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine room temperature butter, icing sugar, all-purpose flour, sea salt, Earl Grey leaves, and extract. Pulse until the dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two portions and roll each into logs about 1½ inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut the chilled logs into slices approximately ¼ to ½ inch thick. Place on a lined baking pan with space between each cookie.
- Bake for around 10 minutes or until barely golden on the bottom. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 24g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg