Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of London Fog Cookies, a unique sweet treat that combines the aromatic essence of Earl Grey tea with fragrant lavender. These soft and chewy cookies are topped with a luscious lavender cream cheese frosting, making them perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy afternoon tea or a festive gathering. The combination of floral notes and creamy sweetness creates an unforgettable dessert experience. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can achieve cookie perfection. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this exquisite treat that’s sure to elevate your dessert game!
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 (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Infuse softened butter with Earl Grey tea for 10–15 minutes.
- Cream the infused butter with sugar, then mix in the egg and vanilla bean paste.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets, allowing space between each cookie.
- Bake for about 9 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and culinary lavender.
- Frost cooled cookies generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Ensure accurate measurements for best results. Chill the dough for improved texture and flavor control. Experiment with different teas or frostings to customize your cookies.