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London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting

Delightful London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting Bliss

Delightful London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting offer a unique blend of Earl Grey tea and floral lavender, perfect for any occasion.
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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
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and a slight crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it is softened for easy creaming.
  • 1 large Egg Should be at room temperature to prevent curdling.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste Preferred over extract for more depth.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accurate measurement.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Speeds rising process and balances flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Speeds rising process and balances flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Culinary Lavender Use culinary grade for safety.
  • 2 tablespoons Earl Grey Tea Use loose leaf for optimal taste; grind fresh for best results.
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Should be softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Creates a silky texture for frosting.
  • 1 drop Purple Food Coloring Optional for those who want a little flair.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spice Grinder

Method
 

Basic Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Grind half of the culinary lavender with the Earl Grey tea leaves to a fine powder and sift the mixture.
  3. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the room temperature egg and vanilla bean paste, mixing until pale and slightly increased in volume.
  5. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the ground Earl Grey tea and lavender.
  6. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  7. Shape the dough into balls, flatten slightly, and place on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 9-10 minutes until the edges are set and tops are golden, then cool for 5 minutes on the sheets.
  9. Beat together softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar and lavender.
  10. Frost the cooled cookies generously with the lavender cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for better flavor. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftovers in the fridge due to the cream cheese frosting.

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