Description
Indulge in the delicious London Fog Cake, a delightful blend of aromatic Earl Grey tea and creamy vanilla. This moist sponge cake captures the cozy essence of a café in London, making it perfect for gatherings or quiet afternoons. Each slice is a warm hug for your taste buds!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- Boil ½ cup of water and steep the Earl Grey tea bags for about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and brewed tea.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg