Tea Cakes

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Tea cakes are delicate, buttery cookies with a subtle sweetness and crisp texture, perfect for teatime or gatherings. Their simple ingredients and light flavor make them a versatile treat for all ages, pairing well with tea or coffee for a delightful snack or dessert.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 tablespoon vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups plain flour

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugar together until smooth.
  2. Add eggs and beat well.
  3. Dissolve baking soda in vinegar and add to the mixture along with salt.
  4. Gradually add flour to make a stiff batter.
  5. Roll the dough thin and cut into desired shapes.
  6. Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350°F until lightly browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

464 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 50g 18% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16608.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 253.5mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 79.5mg 6% DV
Iron 2.1mg 11% DV

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

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