Description

These Old Fashioned Southern Tea Cakes are a classic and comforting treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea. Soft, tender, and subtly sweet, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients

Dough:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup buttermilk

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Dough: Gradually add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the creamed mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Roll and Cut: Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness, cut out tea cakes, and place on baking sheets.
Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For a classic touch, sprinkle with sugar before baking.
Try adding lemon zest or almond extract for extra flavor.
These tea cakes are soft, tender, and perfect for tea time.