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London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting Recipe

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These elegant London Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting are a delightful twist on classic sugar cookies infused with Earl Grey tea and floral lavender. Perfectly buttery and slightly fragrant, these cookies are topped with a creamy lavender cream cheese frosting that adds a sophisticated flavor ideal for tea time or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 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 1/2 cups (300 g total) granulated white sugar, divided
  • 1/2 tbsp culinary lavender

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 cup (130 g) powdered sugar
  • Reserved half of ground culinary lavender
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • Purple food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Lavender Sugar: Add the lavender to a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Pass through a sieve to remove large bits. Set aside half of the ground lavender for the frosting and mix the remaining half with 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar in a bowl. Set this lavender sugar aside.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies.
  3. Grind Earl Grey Tea: Pulse the Earl Grey tea in a food processor until finely ground. Sift through a fine mesh sieve to remove any large bits, ensuring a smooth incorporation into the dough.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the finely ground Earl Grey tea thoroughly.
  5. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter and 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar on high speed using an electric mixer for 1 to 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  6. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste on medium speed, continuing to beat until the mixture is pale and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined to form the cookie dough.
  8. Form Cookie Balls: Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop dough and roll into balls. Then coat each dough ball evenly with the lavender sugar mixture prepared earlier.
  9. Arrange Cookies: Place the coated dough balls at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Slightly flatten each ball and shape it gently into a circle for an even bake.
  10. Bake Cookies: Bake 6 to 8 cookies at a time for 9 to 10 minutes until cookies are set and edges are lightly golden. After baking, let the cookies sit on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. While still warm, use a large circular cookie cutter to perfect the shape of the cookies.
  11. Cool Cookies: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before frosting.
  12. Prepare Lavender Cream Cheese Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese and 1/4 cup (56 g) softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add powdered sugar, the reserved half of the ground lavender, 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, and optional purple food coloring. Mix until the frosting is very fluffy and smooth.
  13. Frost Cookies: Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread about 1 tablespoon of the lavender cream cheese frosting evenly on each cookie using a mini offset spatula for precise application.
  14. Serve: Enjoy these sophisticated London Fog Cookies alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

Notes

  • Grinding the Earl Grey tea finely enhances the cookie’s flavor without gritty texture.
  • Make sure the butter and egg are at room temperature to ensure proper mixing and texture.
  • Chilling the cookie dough for 30 minutes can help maintain the shape during baking, although not required for this recipe.
  • Use a mini offset spatula for even frosting application for a professional finish.
  • Keep lavender culinary grade to ensure safety and the best floral flavor.

Keywords: London Fog Cookies, Earl Grey Cookies, Lavender Frosting, Tea Cookies, Cream Cheese Frosting, Elegant Cookies

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