Earl Grey Tea Cake with Lavender Buttercream
A moist Earl Grey tea cake topped with luxurious lavender buttercream, perfect for any occasion, from tea parties to celebrations.
Ingrédients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour The base of your cake; it provides structure.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens your cake and keeps it moist.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and flavor.
- 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients and adds moisture.
- 1/2 cup milk Helps to create a fluffier texture.
- 2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves Infuses the cake with exquisite flavor.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
Lavender Buttercream
- 1/2 cup lavender buttercream The creamy frosting that completes the cake.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients before you start. Measure them accurately.
Baking the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pan.
- In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a simmer. Stir in the Earl Grey tea leaves and let it steep for about 5 minutes. Strain and allow to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the cooled milk infused with Earl Grey tea leaves.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool completely in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting
- Once the cake is cool, frost with lavender buttercream.
Notes
For variations, consider adding citrus zest, chopped nuts, or using different flavored teas. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.