Description
A delightful cake infused with the flavors of Earl Grey tea and topped with fluffy vanilla clouds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and Earl Grey tea leaves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before frosting with vanilla clouds.
Notes
- For a stronger tea flavor, steep the tea leaves in the milk before adding.
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- This cake pairs well with a cup of Earl Grey tea.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg