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London Fog Cookies Recipe

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These London Fog Cookies are a delightful treat infused with the fragrant Earl Grey tea flavor. Soft, chewy, and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, they perfectly combine a classic tea infusion with a sweet cookie base. Ideal for tea time or a special dessert, these cookies are easy to prepare and bring a sophisticated taste to your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea leaves or 3 tea bags
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Frosting

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk or cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Soak the Butter in Earl Grey Tea: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the loose Earl Grey tea leaves and let them steep in the warm butter for about 5 minutes to infuse the butter with tea flavor. Strain the butter through a fine sieve to remove the tea leaves and set the infused butter aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the Earl Grey infused melted butter with the brown sugar and white sugar. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Chill the Dough (Optional): For thicker cookies that hold their shape better, refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes. This step is optional but recommended for a sturdier texture.
  6. Preheat the Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment or baking paper to prevent sticking.
  7. Shape and Bake the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  8. Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after removing them from the oven. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Make the Frosting: In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  10. Frost the Cookies: Once the cookies have completely cooled, spread the vanilla frosting evenly over the tops. Allow the frosting to set slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Using loose Earl Grey tea will give a stronger tea flavor than tea bags, but both work well.
  • Chilling the dough helps the cookies maintain their shape and enhances texture but if short on time, you can skip this step.
  • Make sure the butter is not too hot when mixing with sugars to avoid cooking the eggs.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
  • The frosting can be thinned with a little more milk if needed or thickened with additional powdered sugar to achieve desired consistency.

Keywords: London Fog Cookies, Earl Grey Cookies, Tea Infused Cookies, Vanilla Frosted Cookies, British Cookies, Tea Time Recipe

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