Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavor of London Fog Cookies, a delightful fusion of Earl Grey tea and lavender that will elevate your cookie game. These soft, chewy treats are crowned with a silky lavender cream cheese frosting, making them perfect for afternoon tea or any special occasion. Their unique combination of flavors offers a sophisticated twist on traditional cookies, delighting both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or gifted to friends, these cookies promise to impress with their melt-in-your-mouth texture and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Earl Grey tea
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 tbsp culinary lavender (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tbsp culinary lavender (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (for frosting)
- purple food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Steep Earl Grey tea leaves in hot water for about 5 minutes; strain out leaves.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and culinary lavender in a bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg, vanilla bean paste, and prepared tea infusion until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets two inches apart; bake for about 9 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on racks before frosting with lavender cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For best results, use fresh Earl Grey tea and culinary lavender. Spoon and level flour for accuracy to avoid dense cookies. Chill sticky dough for easier handling before baking if necessary.