Description
These Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes are a delightful treat inspired by the famous detective’s adventures. Infused with the flavors of Earl Grey tea and nutmeg, these soft and moist cakes are topped with a fragrant Earl Grey glaze, making them perfect for any tea time gathering.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 Earl Grey tea bag (leaves removed from bag)
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
For Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons brewed Earl Grey tea
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine the dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Cream butter and sugars, add eggs, milk, and extracts. Blend in dry ingredients to form batter.
- Bake: Drop spoonfuls of batter on the sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool on a rack.
- Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar with tea to make a smooth glaze. Drizzle over cakes once cooled.
Notes
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of ground clove or cinnamon.
- These are perfect served with a hot cup of tea on a foggy afternoon—or during a mystery novel reading session.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tea cake
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
