Tea-and-Honey Crisps

Vegetarian
Tea-and-Honey Crisps
120 min.
72
28kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Tea-and-Honey Crisps! If you’re in search of a unique and elegant snack that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye, look no further. These delightful little crisps are perfect for any occasion, serving as a delightful appetizer, a sophisticated starter, or a charming addition to your next antipasti platter. They’re not only vegetarian-friendly but also a perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt—at just 28 calories per crisp!

Imagine the lovely aroma of mild honey infused with the delicate notes of decaffeinated Earl Grey tea wafting through your kitchen as you prepare these treats. The gentle crunch and subtle sweetness will have your guests eagerly reaching for another, making them an irresistible snack at your next gathering. Plus, the creative use of stencils allows for fun shapes and designs, turning each cookie into a delightful work of art.

Whether it’s an intimate tea party or a grand celebration, these Tea-and-Honey Crisps are sure to impress. You can make them ahead of time, and they’ll stay fresh for up to a week in an airtight container—if they last that long! So roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy the bliss of homemade cookies that blend tradition with a modern twist. Happy baking!

Ingredients

  • cup powdered sugar 
  • large egg whites 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 2.3 teaspoons freshly tea (from 2 to 3 tea bags)
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon
  • spatula
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Draw desired shape of cookie on a Styrofoam plate, then cut out shape with X-Acto knife and discard shape. If desired, cut out additional shapes from same plate. Trim plate, leaving a 1-inch border around stencil(s). Make more stencils with more plates if desired.
  2. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350F. Line a large baking sheet with nonstick liner.
  3. Beat together butter, confectioners sugar, honey, and tea leaves in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined well.
  4. Add egg whites 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce speed to low, then mix in flour until just combined.
  5. Place stencil on liner and spread batter with spatula over stencil to completely cover opening. Carefully lift stencil from liner and stencil more cookies in same manner about 1 inch apart.
  6. Bake until edges are deep golden brown, 6 to 9 minutes. Cool cookies 1 minute on sheet, then transfer with spatula to a rack to cool completely. (To curl cookies, drape while hot over handles of wooden spoons or rolling pins to cool.) Stencil and bake more cookies with remaining batter.
  7. Cooks' notes:If using loose tea, finely crush before measuring. Cookies keep in an airtight container at room temperature 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories28kcal
Protein4.12%
Fat40.64%
Carbs55.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.77
Glycemic Load
1.46
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.34956521678554%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Thearubigins
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:28.16kcal
1.41%
Fat:1.3g
2%
Saturated Fat:0.81g
5.08%
Carbohydrates:3.97g
1.32%
Net Carbohydrates:3.92g
1.42%
Sugar:2.61g
2.9%
Cholesterol:3.39mg
1.13%
Sodium:1.81mg
0.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.3g
0.59%
Selenium:0.81µg
1.15%
Source:Epicurious