Southern Tea Cakes

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl sift flour, baking soda and baking powder together.
3. Add remaining ingredients and blend well. Dough should be soft.
4. Roll dough out onto a floured surface until approximately 1/4-inch thick.
5. Cut dough into desired shapes and bake on a slightly greased sheet for 10 to 12 minutes.