Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Mother’s Day Earl Grey Tea Cake, where the warmth of freshly baked goodness meets the aromatic essence of Earl Grey tea. This cake is moist, fluffy, and infused with a hint of citrus zest, making it perfect for any gathering or special occasion. Picture serving this showstopper at your next brunch—your guests will be asking for seconds and the recipe!

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons Earl Grey tea leaves
1 tablespoon baking powder
Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Steep Earl Grey tea leaves in half a cup of boiling water for about 10 minutes; strain and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by milk and lemon zest until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; fold into wet ingredients along with the strained tea leaves until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: English

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 305
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting half of the all-purpose flour with almond flour or adding chopped nuts for crunch. Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days; reheat slices briefly in the microwave.