Best Ever Tea Cakes Recipe

Name: Best Ever Tea Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. butter (not margarine); 1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 tsp. pure vanilla; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 c. sugar; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1 1/2 c. sifted Gold Medal flour; 1 1/2 c. sifted cake flour; 1/4 c. buttermilk

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Cream butter and all sugar until fluffy.
3
Add egg and vanilla.
4
Sift flour; measure and sift again with baking powder, soda and nutmeg.
5
Add dry ingredients and buttermilk alternately to creamed mixture.
6
Chill dough several hours or overnight.
7
Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness on lightly floured surface.
8
Cut into desired shapes.
9
Space about 1/4-inch apart on lightly greased cookie sheet.
10
Prick tops with fork. Bake 8 to 10 minutes.
11
Cakes don't have to be completely browned on tops, but bottoms should.
12
about 6 dozen 2-inch tea cakes.

1248

kcal

Calories

Fat

197

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. butter (not margarine), 1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed, 1 tsp. pure vanilla, 1/2 tsp. baking powder, and more.

Yes, Best Ever Tea Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Best Ever Tea Cakes

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Variations & substitutions

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