For a hint of citrus, add the zest of one lemon to the dough. These cookies can also be rolled out and cut into fun shapes using cookie cutters. Store baked tea cakes in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
Delicate and subtly sweet, these Tea Cakes are the perfect canvas for your favorite frosting, sprinkles, or a simple dusting of powdered sugar. Their sturdy texture makes them ideal for decorating, especially for little hands!
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Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the eggs, butter-flavored shortening, sugar, and baking powder until light and fluffy. (Approximately 5 minutes)
Recipe View 3 mins Gradually incorporate the flour into the wet ingredients. The dough will be quite stiff. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
Recipe View 10 mins Shape the dough into walnut-sized balls. (Approximately 10 minutes)
Recipe View 5 mins Place the dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and gently flatten them with the bottom of a glass. (Approximately 5 minutes)
Recipe View 8 mins Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 8 minutes. Keep a close eye on them – they should remain pale; browning indicates overbaking.
For a hint of citrus, add the zest of one lemon to the dough. These cookies can also be rolled out and cut into fun shapes using cookie cutters. Store baked tea cakes in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
Terrance Jerde
May 8, 2025I added a little vanilla extract, and they were even more delicious!
Ally Gusikowski
Apr 3, 2025These were so easy to make, and the kids loved decorating them!
Mckenzie Hagenes
Mar 13, 2025My grandmother used to make these, and this recipe is spot-on!