Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes
Step into the enchanting world of Victorian London with these delightful Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes. Lush and buttery, these tea cakes are an ode to the literary charm of Sherlock Holmes and are perfect for your afternoon tea or a cozy reading session. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, even novice bakers can whip up this charming dessert that will transport you to 221B Baker Street. Enjoy them plain or customize with your choice of flavors like lemon zest or almond extract for a unique twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface until it holds together without being sticky.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut out circles using a round cutter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Allow cooling completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg