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Chewy Earl Grey Sugar Cookies
These aren’t your average sugar cookies. The finely ground Earl Grey tea infuses the dough with soft floral and citrus notes, while the extra egg yolk adds richness and a chewy bite. Rolled in coarse sugar for a subtle crunch and optionally drizzled with vanilla icing, they're a cookie you’ll want to keep in your rotation year-round.
Ingredients
Wet
Dry
Topping
Icing
Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy. This step creates that soft, tender texture we want in a sugar cookie.
- Step 3
Mix in the egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and Earl Grey tea leaves. Beat until fully combined.
- Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Step 5
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls and roll each one in coarse sugar. You can place cookie dough in the fridge for up to 24 hours for a deeper flavor.
- Step 6
Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft. They’ll continue to cook slightly as they cool. Let the cookies rest in on the baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer them to a cooling rack to continue to cool.
- Step 7
Once the cookies are completely cool, whisk together the icing ingredients and drizzle over the tops for an elegant finish.
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Hey, I’m Adis! Georgia-based nurse, mom, and food photographer with an endless love for good flavor. My recipes are rooted in culture, travel, and the comforting flavors of home. I was raised in an Ethiopian household in Minneapolis, where the air was always filled with the aroma of warm spices and herbs. Those early meals taught me that food is a form of love—a language that connects people across tables and traditions
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