Earl Grey Stained Glass Floral Cookies (Printable version)
Delicate tea-infused treats with stunning transparent centers and edible flowers, perfect for elegant occasions.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 1 3/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
02 - 1/3 cup almond flour
03 - 2 Earl Grey tea bags or 2 teaspoons loose leaf tea
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/2 cup organic granulated sugar
07 - 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
08 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened plant milk
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
10 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Stained Glass Centers
11 - 1/2 cup vegan hard candies, various colors, crushed
12 - Edible dried flowers (rose petals, cornflower, violets, lavender) as desired
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Open Earl Grey tea bags and finely grind contents if using loose leaves.
03 - Whisk together gluten-free flour, almond flour, ground Earl Grey tea, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
04 - Beat vegan butter and sugar until fluffy in a large bowl. Add plant milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until soft dough forms. Chill for 15 minutes if too sticky.
06 - Lightly flour surface with gluten-free flour. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Use large cookie cutter for outer shape and small cutter for center window. Transfer to prepared trays.
07 - Fill cut-out centers with 1-2 teaspoons crushed vegan candy. Sprinkle edible flowers, pressing gently to adhere to candy.
08 - Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden and candy centers have melted completely.
09 - Allow cookies to cool fully on baking sheet before transferring. The stained glass centers will harden as they cool.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The stunning stained glass center makes these cookies showstoppers without any fancy techniques
- Earl Grey adds sophisticated flavor that feels luxurious and comforting
- Completely vegan and gluten free so everyone can enjoy them
02 -
- The candy centers need to cool completely before moving or they will lose their glass effect
- Only use flowers specifically labeled as edible, garden center flowers are not safe to eat
- These are best served the same day but store beautifully if kept airtight
03 -
- Crush candies inside a sealed bag to keep pieces contained and uniform
- Roll dough between two sheets of parchment for easy transfer without sticking
- A thicker dough edge around the windows prevents candy from leaking during baking