Indulge yourself in the culinary delight of tea cakes—delectable treats that have captivated taste buds for centuries. From their traditional British origins to their global variations, tea cakes offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize every palate. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your repertoire or a novice cook seeking a sweet indulgence, this comprehensive guide will take you on a delectable journey through the world of tea cakes. Explore the diversity of these miniature masterpieces and discover the perfect recipe to satisfy your cravings, transforming your kitchen into a haven of delectable aromas and unforgettable moments.
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TEA CAKES
My husband's great-grandmother's tea cake recipe.
Provided by BeckyL
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Beat butter and sugar in a bowl until creamy. Stir in flour, vanilla extract, baking powder, and baking soda until dough is well mixed. Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 101.3 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
TEACAKES
Spare a bit of time to bake these delicious teacakes which you can serve warm with butter for a weekend breakfast, coffee morning or afternoon tea
Provided by Elena Silcock
Categories Afternoon tea, Breakfast
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Warm the milk with the butter in a pan until the butter has melted, then add 100ml water to cool the mixture to room temp. Tip the flour, yeast, sugar, spice and 1 tsp salt into a bowl, making sure the yeast is on the other side of the bowl to the salt. Make a well in the flour mixture and pour the milk and butter in, mixing until it forms big flakes, then bring together with your hands. Tip on a surface and knead until smooth (about 5 mins). Put the dough into a large, lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp tea towel and leave until doubled in size, so about 1-1 ½ hours.
- Line a tray with baking paper. Tip the mixed dried fruits into the dough and knead them in, trying to disperse them evenly throughout the dough. Cut your dough into 6 even-sized balls, take each ball and, using the cup of your hand, and pressing down a little with your palm, roll the ball in a circular motion on the surface to create tension across the top of the bun and a neat round shape. Place onto a tray about 5cm away from each other and press down with your palm to flatten the dough down a little, creating the teacake shape. Cover loosely with an oiled sheet of cling film, for a further 45 mins, or until they have doubled in size.
- Meanwhile, heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas mark 6. Brush the top of each bun liberally with the egg wash, then bake for 20 mins on the top shelf of the oven, until the buns are golden and well risen. Allow to cool on a wire rack, then slice in half, toast and slather with butter if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 60 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
TEA CAKES
I've baked many batches of different cookies through the years, but family and friends tell me these are the best. The simple buttery flavor appeals to all.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 9 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture (the dough will be soft). , Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-8 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TEA CAKES I
This is a really good tea cake that is easy to make.
Provided by Jane Choate
Categories Desserts Cookies Cut-Out Cookie Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Mix shortening and sugar well. Add eggs. Mix dry ingredients together and add to shortening mixture until dough is stiff and doesn't seem sticky (you may not need to add all of the flour).
- Roll out on a floured board. Cut into shapes. Decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar. Re-roll trimmings and cut into shapes until all of the dough has been used.
- Bake on lightly greased cookie sheets for 8 to 9 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 107.1 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
EASY TEA CAKES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cream the butter and sugar, about 4 minutes. Add the eggs and mix thoroughly. Then add the milk and gradually add the flour, making a light, soft dough. Roll the dough out so it¿s very thin. Cut into rounds and put on a buttered baking pan. Bake until the cakes are yellowish in color, about 8 minutes.
ENGLISH TEA CAKES
These unique cookies are baked in muffin cups, giving them a perfectly round shape. I sometimes omit the pecans and decorate the cookies for holidays.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls into greased miniature muffin cups; flatten slightly. Press a walnut half into the center of each., Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts :
NEE NEE'S OLD TIMEY TEA CAKES
My Grandmother always had a cookie jar full of these every time we went to her house. Every time I bake them, it reminds me how much she loved to cook for us and how great she was for taking the time to "pamper" us.
Provided by Sherrybeth
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 30m
Yield 3-4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs and mix well.
- Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Drop by spoonfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheets, or a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes until lightly brown.
- You can also "roll" this mixture out and use cookie cutters to make shapes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1726, Fat 66.4, SaturatedFat 40.3, Cholesterol 287.5, Sodium 1085, Carbohydrate 261.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 134.7, Protein 22.7
TEA CAKES
You can personalize these tea cakes if you like, substituting a pinch of cinnamon, allspice, or mace for the nutmeg or sour cream for the buttermilk.
Provided by Toni Tipton-Martin
Categories Juneteenth Dessert snack Cookies Spice Bake Nutmeg Peanut Free Tree Nut Free
Yield Makes about 2 dozen tea cakes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour,baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl again, then beat in the buttermilk and vanilla.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, beating just until smooth and well blended. Divide the dough in half. Flatten each half into a disc. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate until chilled and slightly stiff, at least 1 hour, but overnight ideally.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, working with one portion at a time, roll the dough to a ¼-inch thickness. Cut with a floured 1½-inch round biscuit cutter. Gather the scraps, reroll, and cut again. Sprinkle lightly with demerara sugar. Transfer the tea cakes to the baking sheets and space them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake until the tea cakes are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on the pan for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. The tea cakes will keep for about 2 weeks in an airtight container.
Tips:
- Choose fresh and ripe fruit: The quality of the fruit you use will greatly affect the flavor of your teacakes. Look for fruit that is in season and has a sweet, ripe flavor.
- Use high-quality tea: The type of tea you use will also impact the flavor of your teacakes. Choose a tea that you enjoy drinking and that has a strong flavor. Some good options include black tea, green tea, and oolong tea.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your teacakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the teacakes at a moderate temperature: Baking the teacakes at too high a temperature can cause them to dry out. Bake them at a moderate temperature until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the teacakes cool completely before glazing them: Glazing the teacakes while they are still warm will cause the glaze to run off. Let the teacakes cool completely before glazing them.
Conclusion:
Fruit teacakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors to choose from, there's sure to be a fruit teacake that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give fruit teacakes a try.
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