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Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies that Melt in Your Mouth

Indulge in these Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of your afternoon tea rituals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • ½ cup icing sugar substitute with granulated sugar for a crisper texture
  • 1 tablespoon Earl Grey extract can swap with vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • pinch sea salt to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • wire cooling rack
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine unsalted butter, icing sugar, all-purpose flour, sea salt, and Earl Grey extract. Pulse until a soft dough forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough in half and roll each portion into a log approximately 1½ to 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Unwrap the logs and slice into ¼ to ½ inch thick rounds. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake for about 10 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure you chill the dough for at least 1 hour to maintain cookie shape and prevent spreading. Use parchment paper for easy release of cookies from the baking sheet.

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