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Savor the Flavor: Perfect Earl Grey Tea Cake in 30 Minutes

  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea leaves or 2 tea bags
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the buttermilk over low heat until warm. Add the Earl Grey tea leaves (or tea bags) and let steep for 10 minutes. Remove the tea leaves or bags and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the steeped buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For a stronger Earl Grey flavor, increase the amount of tea leaves to 3 tablespoons.
  • You can add a lemon glaze on top made from powdered sugar and lemon juice for added sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 50

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