Description
London Fog Cake is a delightful dessert that brings together the fragrant flavors of Earl Grey tea and the richness of vanilla. This moist, fluffy cake encapsulates the essence of cozy afternoons with every bite, making it perfect for celebrations or a sweet indulgence at any time. Easy to bake and irresistibly delicious, this cake will transport you to a charming café in London with its warm aroma and elegant appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cake flour
- 3 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Brew 3 Earl Grey tea bags in 1 cup of hot water for about 10 minutes; let cool.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together cake flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture along with brewed tea into the creamed mixture alternately with milk.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and remaining brewed tea until creamy; adjust consistency as needed.
- Once cooled, frost between layers and on top of the cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg