Retro Collection - Tea Cakes

Delicate, tender tea cakes with a sophisticated citrus-vanilla twist We first discovered these heavenly tea cakes on a cold winter's day after exploring the rolling hills of Virginia's Piedmont region. Tucked away in a forgotten corner of the Potomac Valley stood a charming Russian tea house, its windows glowing warmly against the frost-covered landscape. The proprietress welcomed us with steaming tea and these delicate treats that melted on our tongues, creating a memory so precious we knew we had to recreate it for you. This retro recipe captures the sophisticated citrus-vanilla flavors that defined mid-century entertaining. Made with premium ingredients and time-honored techniques, these delicate tea cakes bring back the gracious hospitality of a bygone era when homemade treats were served with pride and every gathering felt special. Premium Ingredients: Enriched wheat flour (niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), malted barley flour, cane sugar, our signature Orange Vanilla Sugar blend (pure orange extract with alcohol, water & orange oil, plus vanilla extract with propylene glycol & caramel color), and kosher salt. Simple Baking Instructions Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F Mix: In large bowl, cream together: 1 egg, lightly beaten ½ cup butter, room temperature Combine: Sift package contents onto butter mixture and stir until dough forms Chill: Refrigerate dough at least 1 hour Shape & Bake: Form into 2-inch balls, place on lined baking sheet, and bake 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden Finish: Cool on wire rack and glaze or ice when cooled.  Our espre Yields approximately 24 delicate tea cakes