Tea-and-Honey Crisps

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

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If you're on the lookout for a delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than our Tea-and-Honey Crisps! These charming little cookies combine the floral notes of decaffeinated Earl Grey tea with the natural sweetness of honey, creating an irresistible treat that will leave your guests craving more. Not only are they vegetarian-friendly, but they also offer a unique twist on traditional cookie recipes, making them an excellent addition to your dessert spread.

The process of crafting these crisps is as enjoyable as indulging in their delicate crunch. With just a few simple ingredients and some creativity, you can personalize their shapes using fun stencils, giving them a whimsical flair. Picture serving these elegant cookies at your next tea party or holiday gathering—each bite perfectly balances sweetness and a hint of sophistication. Even better, they can be made in large batches, ensuring there’s plenty to share!

With a preparation time that allows for a bit of relaxation while the cookies cool and set, you can savor the moment just as much as you enjoy the culinary craft. Plus, each cookie is around 28 calories, so you can indulge a little without the guilt! Let your imagination run wild with these delightful Tea-and-Honey Crisps, and watch as they become a delightful staple in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cup confectioners sugar 
  • large egg whites 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup mild honey 
  • 2.3 teaspoons decaffeinated earl grey tea leaves (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 350°F. 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. •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
-1
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