British Tea Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: British

British Tea Cookies are delicate, buttery treats with a hint of vanilla, perfect for pairing with a cup of tea. Their crumbly texture and oatmeal coating make them a charming and nostalgic addition to any teatime, appealing to those who enjoy simple, flavorful cookies with a classic touch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 sticks margarine
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Cream sugar and margarine until light and fluffy.
  2. Add well-beaten egg and vanilla; mix well.
  3. Sift together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the sugar mixture.
  4. Using two teaspoons, form the dough into nut-sized balls.
  5. Roll each ball in a dish of oatmeal to handle easily.
  6. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and flatten with a glass dipped in oatmeal.
  7. Replenish oatmeal as needed during the process.
  8. Bake at 325°F for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

482 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.9g 10% DV
Total Fat 22.1g 28% DV
Carbs 56g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2888.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 270mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1539.3mg 100% DV
Iron 4.6mg 26% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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