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Indulge in a Cozy London Fog Cake with Earl Grey Magic

Indulge in a Cozy London Fog Cake with Earl Grey Magic

This delightful London Fog Cake combines Earl Grey tea with a moist, buttery cake, perfect for gatherings or enjoying at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups milk infuse with Earl Grey tea
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup heavy cream for frosting
  • 2-3 tablespoons reserved Earl Grey-infused milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste for frosting
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups powdered sugar for frosting
Tea Addition
  • 3 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Cake Pans
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Infuse the milk with the Earl Grey tea by heating the milk and steeping the tea for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a mixing bowl.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla bean paste.
  6. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour in the Earl Grey-infused milk and mix until just combined.
  8. Divide the batter between prepared cake pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Once baked, allow the cakes to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. Whip the heavy cream and mix with the powdered sugar and vanilla bean paste to create frosting.
  2. Frost the cooled cakes and assemble them with layers.
  3. Serve and enjoy your London Fog Cake!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16g

Notes

Feel free to customize the cake with citrus zest or chocolate chips for added flavor.

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