Southern Tea Cakes

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   In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the flour, salt and baking soda and set aside.

2. 2

   In the bowl of your stand mixer, add butter and sugar and cream together on high speed until fluffy and smooth (about 4-5 minutes). Turn mixer to medium speed and add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until well incorporated.

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   Lastly, turn mixer to low speed and add in flour mixture in intervals of three beating after each addition to incorporate.

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   After dough is well mixed, turn off mixer, remove dough from mixer bowl and add it into a Ziplock bag. Seal the bag and place it in your refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up dough.

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   Once dough is firm, remove it from the fridge and preheat your oven to 325 F. Line your cookie sheet(s) with parchment paper.

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   Using a measuring tablespoon, scoop out cookie dough the size of the tablespoon and roll into a ball. Using your thumb, gently press the center to flatten a bit and place on the tray. Do the same for the rest of the dough leaving at least 1 1/2 inches between each dough ball.

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   Bake for 9-11 minutes until golden brown on the edges. Remove pan from the oven and set it on a rack. Cool cookies for 5-10 minutes and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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