Cooking with Tea: Creative Recipes to Try
Tea doesn't have to be just for sipping—it can be a versatile ingredient that can transform your favorite dishes into something truly special.
1. Earl Grey Infused Shortbread Cookies
These buttery cookies take on a special twist when infused with one of our Earl Grey teas.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add vanilla extract and tea leaves.
Gradually mix in the flour until the dough comes together.
Roll the dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Slice into rounds and bake for 10-12 minutes.
2. Matcha Green Tea Pancakes
Start your morning with a vibrant, antioxidant-packed twist on a classic breakfast.
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp matcha powder
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, matcha powder, sugar, and baking powder.
In another bowl, combine milk, egg, and vanilla. Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour in ¼ cup of batter per pancake.
Cook until bubbles form, flip, and cook for another minute.
Top with honey or a sprinkle of powdered sugar and enjoy with Sweet Chamomile Mint for a refreshing pairing.
3. Chai-Spiced Rice Pudding
Give your traditional rice pudding a warm, spiced makeover with chai tea.
Ingredients:
2 cups milk
2 cups of your favorite chai brewed (i.e. Gingerbread Chai #121)
½ cup uncooked rice
¼ cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
Instructions:
In a saucepan, combine milk, brewed chai tea, and rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally.
Add sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Continue cooking until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens.
Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
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