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Grandma Ardella's Old-Fashioned Tea Cakes Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
Directions:
Directions:
Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugar - In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients - Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla and lemon extract.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Combine - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 5: Chill - Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 6: Roll and Cut - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly flour a surface and roll dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with a round cookie cutter or drinking glass.
Step 7: Bake - Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow tea cakes to cool before serving.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
Makes: 3-4 dozen tea cakes
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
"A treasured family recipe that brings back memories of warm kitchens, sweet laughter, and love baked into every bite."

 

 

 

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