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London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting

London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting That Melt in Your Mouth

Delightful London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting offer a unique twist of tea culture and baking bliss.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 tablespoons Earl Grey Tea Opt for loose leaf for optimal freshness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use the spoon-and-level method.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check the expiration date.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Measure accurately.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt A pinch enhances flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using lavender sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Soften to room temperature.
  • 1 large Egg Use at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste Provides a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Culinary Lavender Ensure it’s culinary grade.
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Soften before mixing.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for the best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Lavender (reserved) Use sparingly.
  • 1 drop Purple Food Coloring Optional for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grind culinary lavender and Earl Grey tea. Set aside half of the ground lavender for frosting.
  2. In a large bowl, cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Incorporate a room temperature egg and vanilla bean paste, mixing on medium speed until well combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground tea. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Scoop dough and roll in lavender sugar, then place on a baking sheet, flattening slightly. Space cookies apart.
  6. Bake for 9-10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
  7. Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy, then add powdered sugar and reserved lavender. Mix until smooth.
  8. Frost cooled cookies with lavender frosting and garnish with a sprinkle of lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature and use proper measuring techniques for best results.

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