Vegan Shortbread Cookies

Step 1

If coconut oil has liquified, place it in the fridge for approximately 30 minutes until solidified.

Step 2

Crush tea leaves, if they are too coarse.

Step 3

Pour two teaspoons of hot water over the tea, set aside to seep.

Step 4

Break up the solidified coconut oil with a spoon. Add to a bowl, along with the sugar. Using an electric mixer, mix until completely blended.

Step 5

Add tea leaves and vanilla, and mix to combine.

Step 6

Stir salt into the flour, and add to the mixing bowl in increments. Continue to mix until the dough comes together.

Step 7

Place the dough on a strip of saran-wrap and form into a log. Roll the wrapped log and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Slice solid log in half, then each log into 1/4" slices.

Step 9

Place twelve slices on a silicone mat covered cookie sheet.

Step 10

Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown along the edges. Cool on a wire rack. Repeat with the remaining dough.