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London Fog Cake

London Fog Cake

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of London Fog Cake, a delightful dessert that harmoniously blends Earl Grey tea and lavender into a moist, tender cake. This enchanting treat features a unique Earl Grey lavender milk soak that keeps the cake beautifully soft, reminiscent of traditional tres leches but with a floral twist. Topped with a luscious lavender vanilla bean cream cheese frosting, each slice is sure to impress at any gathering—from tea parties to birthdays. Easy to make and visually stunning, this cake promises a delightful experience for both the baker and the guests.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 tbsp (12 g) Earl Grey tea
  • 1 tbsp (2 g) culinary lavender
  • 2 1/4 cups (282 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 10 tbsp (140 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated white sugar
  • 3 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 2 tbsp (8 g) Earl Grey tea (for the soak)
  • 1/2 tbsp (1 g) culinary lavender (for the soak)
  • 1/2 cup (150 g) sweetened condensed milk (for the soak)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste (for the soak)
  • 1 tbsp (2 g) culinary lavender (for the frosting)
  • 1 cup (224 g) unsalted butter, softened (for the frosting)
  • 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, cold (for the frosting)
  • 2 cups (260 g) powdered sugar (for the frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (for the frosting)
  • purple food coloring (optional, for the frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Earl Grey tea, and culinary lavender.
  3. Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, followed by vanilla bean paste.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: buttermilk and whole milk, then mix into the butter-sugar blend.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes before soaking them in an Earl Grey lavender milk mixture.
  8. Prepare frosting by beating butter and cream cheese together; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste until creamy.
  9. Frost layers generously and enjoy.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use fresh Earl Grey tea for optimal flavor. Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation. For added brightness, consider adding lemon zest to the batter.