London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting
Indulge in the delicate flavors of London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting, a delightful fusion of Earl Grey tea and floral lavender. Perfect for any occasion, whether it be an afternoon tea or a cozy dessert after dinner, these cookies stand out not only for their unique taste but also for their elegant appearance. With a straightforward recipe that even novice bakers can follow, you’ll enjoy creating these sophisticated treats in no time. The customizable lavender frosting allows for personal touches, making each batch uniquely yours. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this exquisite cookie experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 3 tbsp (12 g) Earl Grey tea
- 2 3/4 cups (344 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg, at room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated white sugar for lavender sugar
- 1/2 tbsp culinary lavender
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese
- 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter, softened for frosting
- 1 cup (130 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste for frosting
- Purple food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare lavender sugar by grinding lavender and mixing it with granulated sugar.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Grind Earl Grey tea until fine; combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients; form dough balls and coat in lavender sugar.
- Bake cookies for 9–10 minutes; cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make frosting by beating cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, ground lavender, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cookies and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg