Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes
Indulge in the charm of Victorian England with these delightful Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes. Perfectly light and buttery, these cakes are not only a treat for your taste buds but also evoke the nostalgia of classic literary adventures. Ideal for afternoon tea or a cozy evening with friends, these scrumptious delights will have everyone coming back for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making these tea cakes is an enjoyable experience for bakers of all levels. Dust them with powdered sugar right before serving to create a beautiful presentation that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Victorian English
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 unsalted butter (cold and 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) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 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, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this to the dry mixture until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it about 4-5 times.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a cutter.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake (30g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg