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London Fog Cake

Moist London Fog Cake with Earl Grey and Lavender Magic

Experience the enchanting flavors of this London Fog Cake infused with Earl Grey tea and lavender, perfect for any dessert occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 44 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 4 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Earl Grey Tea Use loose leaf or cut open tea bags for the best infusion.
  • 2 tablespoons Culinary Lavender Opt for dried lavender for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for proper measurement.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened at room temperature.
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated White Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Bean Paste Can be substituted with vanilla extract.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar/lemon juice.
For the Milk Soak
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Lavender Cream Cheese Mix with sugar and lavender for perfect finish.

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Food Processor
  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan with butter and parchment paper.
  2. Grind the Earl Grey tea and dried culinary lavender in a food processor until finely ground.
  3. Whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground tea-lavender mixture in a mixing bowl.
  4. Cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer for 3-5 minutes until fluffy.
  5. Add room temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla bean paste.
  6. Alternate adding buttermilk and dry ingredient mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 38-44 minutes.
  8. Prepare the milk soak by heating whole milk, steeping Earl Grey tea and lavender for 15 minutes, then mix in sweetened condensed milk.
  9. Cream together softened butter and cream cheese for frosting; gradually add powdered sugar and lavender until fluffy.
  10. Once cake cools, trim top, poke holes, pour milk soak over, and frost with lavender cream cheese frosting.
  11. Slice and serve with a cup of Earl Grey tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Sift ground tea and lavender to remove larger particles. Use a light-colored pan for even baking.

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