Grapefruit-Tea Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons of your favorite tea, finely ground
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed grapefruit juice

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add tea and grapefruit juice and mix until combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet in 1-inch balls and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Grapefruit juice is high in Vitamin C and antioxidants.
• These cookies are vegan-friendly when made with vegan butter.
• Green tea is known to have health benefits such as decreasing the risk of heart disease.