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Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (infused with Earl Grey tea leaves)
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons finely ground Earl Grey tea leaves
Instructions
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- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and orange zest, mixing well.
- Mix in dry ingredients slowly until well combined.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape dough into 1-tablespoon portions and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool completely before serving.
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Storage Instructions:
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Freeze for up to 1 month.
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Optional Add-ins & Variations:
- Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest for a citrus boost.
- Sprinkle dried lavender for a floral note.
- Dip cookies in dark chocolate for an extra treat.
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Best Beverage Pairings:
- Earl Grey or chamomile tea
- Cappuccino or light roast coffee
- Cold milk
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 159 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg