Tea Cake Cookies

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Cuisine: American

Delicate tea cake cookies with a hint of vanilla, perfect for teatime or as a sweet treat. Soft, buttery, and easy to make, appealing to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups self-rising flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl until well blended.
  2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface.
  3. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until lightly golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

510 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 48.9g 18% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 75.3mg 3% DV
Potassium 260.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 69.5mg 5% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV

* % 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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