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Tea Cakes

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Tea Cakes for Southern Comfort Moments

These nostalgic Tea Cakes are simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion, embodying the essence of Southern baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Sugar avoid substituting to maintain taste
  • 1 cup Butter margarine can work as a dairy-free alternative
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water = 1 egg)
  • 2 teaspoon Baking Powder check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg substitute with cinnamon if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract can substitute with vanilla extract if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sifted on top for decorative touch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • cookie cutter

Method
 

How to Make Tea Cakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the sugar and butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Incorporate the baking powder and flour slowly until a soft dough forms.
  5. Mix in the nutmeg, almond, and vanilla extracts until evenly combined.
  6. Roll the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  7. Place cut-outs on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool the cakes for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  9. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better results. Keep an eye on baking color to avoid overbaking.

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