Ingredients
1 3/4 cups white sugar
1 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the white sugar and softened butter until the mixture is fluffy and light.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, beat in the vanilla extract.
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Stir in the flour, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg until fully combined.
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Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in size, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Flatten each dough ball slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Add-ins: For extra flavor, you can add a handful of chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, or even chocolate chips to the dough.
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Citrus Zest: Add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the dough for a fresh, citrusy twist on these tea cakes.
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Icing: Drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the cooled tea cakes for a sweet finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
