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Melted Snowman Southern Tea Cakes

Cultural Context

Originating from the Southern United States, tea cakes are a beloved treat often enjoyed during gatherings and holidays. These delightful cookies are soft and sweet, embodying the warmth of Southern hospitality. The melted snowman theme adds a whimsical twist, making them a favorite for winter celebrations. Today, variations of tea cakes can be found across the country, often featuring different flavors and decorations.

AmericanUSdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups tea cake dough
1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dusting
1/2 cup royal icing
1/4 cup M&Ms (for decoration)
1 tablespoon black gel (for decoration)
10 marshmallows (for decoration)

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1

Prepare the tea cake dough and refrigerate for 1-2 hours due to its sticky nature.

2

Dust the work surface with flour to prevent sticking.

3

Roll out the dough to about a quarter of an inch thick using a biscuit cutter.

4

Cut out cookies using two different sizes of biscuit cutters.

5

Place the cookies on parchment paper for baking.

6

Prepare royal icing by adding hot water to achieve a pourable consistency.

7

Decorate the cookies with royal icing, M&Ms for buttons, and black gel for eyes and mouth.

8

Use marshmallows as part of the decoration for the snowman.

9

Add additional decorative elements as desired, such as hair or hats.

Equipment Needed

biscuit cutterparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Melted Snowman Southern Tea Cakes

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