Clotted Cream Cookie Recipe (Melt-in-Your-Mouth Good!)

If you’re a fan of buttery shortbread or soft, chewy cookies, you have to try these clotted cream cookies! Rich, tender, and slightly crumbly with that signature milky sweetness, they’re a cozy, indulgent treat that feels like a warm hug with every bite.

Made with luxurious clotted cream and simple pantry staples, these cookies are as easy as they are delicious. Perfect with tea, coffee, or on their own.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Unique & Elegant – A twist on traditional butter cookies
✅ Super Buttery – Thanks to rich clotted cream
✅ Easy to Make – No mixer needed!
✅ Crowd-Pleaser – Great for holidays, tea parties, or gifting

🌟 Ingredients (Makes 12–14 Cookies)

• ½ cup clotted cream (room temperature) 🍶
• ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened) 🧈
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for extra tenderness)
• Optional toppings: powdered sugar, crushed pistachios, or jam centers

🍪 How to Make Clotted Cream Cookies

Step 1: Cream It Up

In a bowl, beat together:
✔️ Clotted cream
✔️ Butter
✔️ Powdered sugar
✔️ Vanilla

Mix until smooth and fluffy. You can use a spoon or a hand mixer here—whatever you prefer.

Step 2: Add the Dry Ingredients

Stir in:
✔️ Flour
✔️ Salt
✔️ (Cornstarch, if using)

Mix until just combined and a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix!

Step 3: Shape & Chill

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a lined baking tray.
Flatten slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
Pop the tray into the fridge for 20–30 minutes so the cookies hold their shape.

Step 4: Bake to Perfection

Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 13–15 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
Let them cool on the tray—they’ll firm up nicely as they rest.

Step 5: Decorate or Dust

Once cool, dust with powdered sugar or add a little jam in the center for a cream tea vibe. Totally optional, totally delicious.

💡 Variations & Tips

✔️ Add citrus zest (lemon or orange) for a fresh twist
✔️ Make sandwich cookies with jam, lemon curd, or more clotted cream
✔️ Store in an airtight container—stays fresh for up to 5 days

🫖 Perfect with Tea or Coffee

Whether you’re sipping on English breakfast, chamomile, or a strong espresso, these cookies make the perfect pairing.

💖 Final Thoughts: A Buttery Cookie Worth Baking

Clotted cream cookies are buttery, tender, and totally crave-worthy. Whether you’re baking for a special tea time or just because you deserve a treat, these cookies are the kind you’ll want to make again and again.