Earl Grey Butter Cookies Recipe | Buttery Tea-Infused Shortbread Cookies
Earl Grey Butter Cookies are delicate, buttery cookies infused with the fragrant citrusy aroma of Earl Grey tea. Made with real Earl Grey tea leaves, butter, and vanilla, these elegant cookies have a crisp, tender texture and a subtle bergamot flavor that pairs perfectly with coffee or afternoon tea. Easy to prepare and beautifully aromatic, these homemade cookies are ideal for tea parties, holidays, gift boxes, or everyday baking.
Cooking Method
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add the flour, cornstarch, ground Earl Grey tea leaves, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut into your desired shapes.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking tray.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Garnish with coarse sugar or drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.
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