Tea Bag Biscuits
Category: Desserts
Servings: 25
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 250g |
| Powdered sugar | 125g |
| Egg yolks | 2 |
| Butter (softened) | 125g |
| Salt | 1 pinch |
| Dark chocolate | 100g |
| Vanilla bean | 1 |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Shortcrust Pastry:
Begin by taking the butter out of the fridge and allowing it to soften for about 20 minutes at room temperature. Then, place the all-purpose flour and butter (cut into small pieces) into a food processor. Pulse briefly until the mixture has a sandy, crumbly texture. -
Mix the Ingredients:
Transfer the crumbly mixture into a bowl. Add the sifted powdered sugar, the seeds from the vanilla pod, the egg yolks, and a pinch of salt. Combine everything with your hands, first in the bowl and then on a floured work surface. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Once the dough has reached the desired consistency, shape it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for about 30 minutes. -
Roll and Shape the Dough:
After chilling, remove the dough from the refrigerator. Roll it out with a rolling pin on a lightly floured surface until itโs about 7mm thick. Use a knife to cut the dough into rectangles, each measuring 5 cm by 4 cm. Then, round off two of the corners to create the classic tea bag shape. -
Bake the Biscuits:
Arrange the shaped biscuits on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Using a wooden skewer or a small stick, create a hole at the top of each tea bag shape. Bake the biscuits in a preheated static oven at 180ยฐC (350ยฐF) for 15-16 minutes until golden and firm. -
Melt the Chocolate:
While the biscuits bake, melt the dark chocolate. Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), stirring gently until completely melted and smooth. Once melted, remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly. -
Decorate the Biscuits:
After the biscuits have cooled, dip the bottom of each tea bag biscuit into the melted chocolate. Place them on a piece of parchment paper and let them dry for 5-10 minutes. -
Create the Tea Bag Labels:
While the chocolate sets, create the tea bag labels. Cut small pieces of paper or light cardstock into any shape you like (hexagonal shapes work well), and decorate them to your liking. For a fun touch, you can design your own logo or use a decorative stamp. -
Assemble the Tea Bags:
Once the chocolate has fully set, take each biscuit and pass a piece of kitchen twine or thick sewing thread (about 20 cm long) through the hole you made earlier. Tie the ends of the twine to secure it. Next, apply a small amount of glue to the inside of each label and attach the two sides together, ensuring the string is in the middle. Be sure to leave the knot visible on the outside of the label. -
Final Touches:
Your delightful and elegant tea bag biscuits are now ready to serve. Pair them with a delicious cup of tea for an original and sophisticated afternoon treat that will surely impress your guests.
Enjoy these creative, tea-inspired biscuits that combine a buttery, crumbly texture with the richness of dark chocolate, all presented in an adorable “tea bag” style. They make for a perfect gift or a special addition to any tea party!
