Description
Christmas Earl Grey Sugar Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the classic flavors of sugar cookies with the aromatic essence of Earl Grey tea. Infused with bergamot and cozy spices, these cookies evoke warm memories and create a festive atmosphere in your home. Perfect for sharing or gifting, they are sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves (finely crushed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, crushed Earl Grey tea leaves, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla extract.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg