Description
Indulge in the warmth of nostalgia with this Mother’s Day Earl Grey Tea Cake. This moist, fluffy cake is infused with the delicate floral notes of bergamot and the rich aroma of vanilla. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy afternoon treat, each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess, making it an unforgettable addition to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Steep tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Mix in steeped tea and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients (flour and baking powder) alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 178mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 49mg