Nee Nee's Old Timey Tea Cakes

Step back in time with "Nee Nee's Old Timey Tea Cakes," a nostalgic treat that’s as comforting as a warm hug. These delicate, buttery tea cakes are a Southern classic, bringing together simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract for a rich yet tender bite. With a touch of whole milk to create a soft, rollable dough and a hint of optional nutmeg for a cozy, spiced finish, these cookies are perfect for pairing with your favorite tea or coffee. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe yields 24 golden tea cakes, making it the ideal choice for an afternoon snack or a charming addition to any dessert table. Recreate a piece of culinary history with this quick and easy tea cake recipe that celebrates timeless flavors and old-fashioned charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 0.5 teaspoons nutmeg (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.

Step 6

Stir in the milk to bring the dough together. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

Step 7

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Use a round cookie cutter or biscuit cutter to cut out the tea cake shapes. Re-roll scraps as necessary.

Step 9

Place the cut-out tea cakes onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top of each tea cake for a warm, spiced flavor.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.

Step 12

Allow the tea cakes to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Serve with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(919.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467.4

Total Fat 110.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 623.7mg	0%
Sodium 1805.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 580.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 303.8g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 95.5IU	0%
Calcium 170.1mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 617.6mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 65.9%