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London Fog Cake Recipe

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This London Fog Cake is a fragrant and elegant dessert inspired by the popular Earl Grey tea latte. Infused with Earl Grey tea leaves and culinary lavender, the moist cake layers are soaked with a sweet tea-infused mixture and layered with a creamy lavender cream cheese frosting. Perfect for tea lovers, this cake combines floral and citrus notes with a tender crumb and luscious frosting for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 3 tbsp Earl Grey tea leaves
  • 1 tbsp culinary lavender
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
  • 3 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Soaking Mixture

  • 2 tbsp brewed Earl Grey tea
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste

Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cold
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp culinary lavender
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • Optional: purple food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat and mix dry ingredients: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Earl Grey tea leaves, and culinary lavender to evenly distribute the dry flavors.
  2. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and light. Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla bean paste, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix in the buttermilk and whole milk into the wet mixture until smooth, then gently fold in the dry ingredients without overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
  4. Bake the cake layers: Pour the batter evenly into prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  5. Prepare the soaking mixture: Combine brewed Earl Grey tea, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla bean paste in a small bowl or measuring cup, stirring until smooth and well blended.
  6. Soak the cakes: Once the cake layers have cooled, poke holes across the surface using a skewer or fork. Generously drizzle the soaking mixture over the cakes, allowing the liquid to absorb fully to enhance moisture and flavor.
  7. Make the frosting: Beat together the softened unsalted butter and cold cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating. Stir in culinary lavender and vanilla bean paste. Add purple food coloring if desired for visual appeal.
  8. Frost the cake: Frost the soaked and cooled cake layers as desired, evenly spreading the lavender cream cheese frosting between layers and on the exterior for a beautiful finish.

Notes

  • Use high-quality Earl Grey tea leaves for the best flavor infusion.
  • Allow cake layers to cool completely before soaking to avoid breaking apart.
  • For a stronger lavender flavor, gently crush culinary lavender before adding to the frosting.
  • Optional purple food coloring adds a lovely aesthetic but can be omitted.
  • Store frosted cake in the refrigerator and serve at room temperature for best texture.

Keywords: London Fog Cake, Earl Grey Cake, Lavender Cake, Tea Infused Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, Elegant Dessert

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