Mexi Tea Cakes
Transport your taste buds to a world of warm, spiced sweetness with these delightful Mexi Tea Cakes. Infused with aromatic ground cinnamon, a hint of nutmeg, and the vibrant zest of orange, these cookies offer a festive twist on classic tea cakes. Made with a blend of all-purpose and almond flour, these melt-in-your-mouth treats have a tender, crumbly texture that perfectly complements their powdered sugar coating. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute bake, these easy-to-make cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or anytime you want a sweet indulgence. Whether you’re savoring them solo or sharing with friends, these Mexi Tea Cakes are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams almond flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and orange zest to the butter mixture. Mix until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Scoop out the dough with a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, and roll into 1-inch balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale on top.
Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, roll each cookie in powdered sugar until fully coated. For an extra layer of sweetness, repeat this step after the first coating sets.
Serve with tea or coffee and enjoy your delicious Mexi Tea Cakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3705 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.6 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.2 g | 576% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 419.4 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
