Earl Grey Bocca Di Nonna Cookies

Delicately crisp and infused with aromatic Earl Grey tea, these Earl Grey Bocca di Nonna Cookies are a sophisticated twist on a classic Italian treat. Named after their “grandmother’s kiss” indentation, these melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies combine the citrusy, floral notes of finely ground tea leaves with buttery dough, creating an elegant flavor profile perfect for tea lovers. A touch of vanilla enhances their richness, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a sweet, snowy finish. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, these cookies make an effortlessly chic addition to your dessert table, ideal for serving alongside a cup of tea or as part of an afternoon snack spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 170 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves (from about 3-4 tea bags, finely ground)
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 40 grams Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the finely ground Earl Grey tea leaves and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Using your hands, roll small portions of dough into balls about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 7

Using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, gently press a small indent into the center of each cookie.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake—they should remain pale and delicate.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once the cookies are cooled, lightly dust them with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2795.9

Total Fat 140.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 371.1mg	0%
Sodium 623.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 358.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 131.2g
Protein 27.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 73.7mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 338.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.0%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 51.1%