Grandma's Delightful Tea Cakes
Indulge in the nostalgia of yesteryear with these delightful tea cakes, a cherished recipe passed down through generations. Perfectly soft and subtly sweet, these cookies are ideal for afternoon tea or as a tasty treat any time of the day. Each bite melts in your mouth, offering a comforting blend of buttery richness and vanilla essence. Share them with friends and family, or savor them on your own; either way, these tea cakes will bring warmth to your heart and home.
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Servings
70
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
margarine
1 cup (softened)
sugar
1 1/2 cups (granulated)
eggs
2 (large)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (sifted)
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (pure)
flour
3 cups (all-purpose)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (sifted)
salt
1/8 teaspoon (fine)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
3
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, ensuring an even mix of dry ingredients.
5
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, combining gently to avoid overmixing.
6
Finally, fold in the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
7
Using a teaspoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
9
Remove the cookie sheet from the oven and allow the tea cakes to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10
Once cooled, store the tea cakes in a tin or airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
3g
Fat
10.5g
Carbs
0.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is Grandma's Delightful Tea Cakes.
How many calories are in one tea cake?
Each tea cake contains 70 calories.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How much margarine is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 cup of softened margarine.
What type of sugar is needed?
You should use 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
How long should I cream the margarine and sugar together?
Cream the margarine and sugar for approximately 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How many eggs are required for the tea cakes?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs.
How should the eggs be added to the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
How much flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
What is the measurement for baking soda?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of sifted baking soda.
How much baking powder should I add?
Use 1 teaspoon of sifted baking powder.
What is the amount of salt needed?
The recipe requires 1/8 teaspoon of fine salt.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
Fold in the vanilla extract after the dry ingredients have been incorporated into the wet mixture.
How much vanilla extract is used?
Use 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
How should the dry and wet ingredients be combined?
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, combining gently to avoid overmixing.
How do I portion the dough onto the cookie sheet?
Use a teaspoon to drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared sheet.
How far apart should the tea cakes be spaced?
Space the dough portions about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
What is the baking time for these tea cakes?
Bake the tea cakes for 10-12 minutes.
How can I tell when the tea cakes are finished baking?
The edges should be lightly golden and the centers should be set.
How should the tea cakes be cooled after baking?
Allow them to cool for a few minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
What is the best way to store the finished tea cakes?
Store the tea cakes in a tin or airtight container to maintain their freshness.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 8 ingredients in this tea cake recipe.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 3g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each tea cake?
There are 10.5g of carbohydrates per tea cake.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each tea cake provides 0.5g of protein.
Is the baking sheet greased for this recipe?
Yes, you should lightly grease the baking sheet before dropping the dough.
What is the texture of Grandma's tea cakes?
These tea cakes are perfectly soft and melt-in-your-mouth.
What are the primary flavor notes of these cookies?
The flavors consist of a comforting blend of buttery richness and vanilla essence.
What are these tea cakes best served for?
They are ideal for afternoon tea or as a nostalgic sweet treat.