Old Fashioned Tea Cakes

Soft, buttery Southern-style cookies with a cake-like texture, perfect for tea time or as a nostalgic treat.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Southern

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 15

Chill Time: 30

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: cookies

Calories: 210kcal

Cost: $6-$8

Equipment

1 Large mixing bowl
1 Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
Set Measuring cups and spoons
1 Rolling pin
Several Cookie cutters or round glass
2 Baking sheets
As needed Parchment paper
2 Wire cooling racks
1 Pastry brush For brushing milk or egg wash

Ingredients

2 ¾ cups All-purpose flour
1 cup Granulated sugar
1 cup Unsalted butter Softened
2 large Eggs
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
2 teaspoon Baking powder
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ cup Whole milk
Powdered sugar For dusting

Instructions

Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients with milk until dough forms.
Cover the dough and chill for 30 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into shapes using cookie cutters or a glass.
Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and brush tops with milk or egg wash.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely on wire racks and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

These tea cakes are a classic Southern treat, perfect for pairing with tea or coffee. For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the dough.

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