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London Fog Shortbread Cookies

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Bake these delicate shortbread cookies infused with the comforting flavors of Earl Grey tea and vanilla, capturing the essence of a London Fog latte.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground Earl Grey tea leaves (use high-quality loose leaf)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • For the Glaze (Optional): 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  3. Add the finely ground Earl Grey tea leaves to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
  8. Place the cutouts onto the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn light golden brown. The centers should remain pale.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. If using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle or spread a thin layer over the cooled cookies.
  12. Once the glaze is set, dust the cookies lightly with additional powdered sugar for presentation.

Notes

  • For a stronger tea flavor, steep the Earl Grey tea leaves in 2 tablespoons of warm milk for 10 minutes, strain, and use that milk in place of the vanilla extract in the dough. Let the milk cool before using.
  • If you want to add a subtle floral note, mix 1 teaspoon of culinary dried lavender into the ground tea leaves before adding them to the dough.
  • Chill the cookie cutouts on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking to help them hold their shape better.

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