Tea Cake Cookies Southern Style

Step 1

FIRST STEP:Using an electric hand mixer, combine the butter and granulated sugar, beat well

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Add in the egg and vanilla and beat on low until incorporated

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Add in the baking soda, salt, nutmeg and flour a little at a time

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Be sure it is mixed thoroughly

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SECOND STEP:Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes

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After 30 minutes, preheat the oven to 325*

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Place a sheet of parchment paper on two baking sheets

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Use a small cookie scoop and scoop up a small amount of dough

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Roll the dough in your hand until it forms a ball

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Place each one on a cookie tray with space between

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Lightly flatten each cookie out using the bottom of a mug or cup

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THIRD STEP:Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, just until the edges begin to become golden brown

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Enjoy!