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Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting

Delightful Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting

Indulge in exquisite Fog Cookies with Lavender Frosting, a delightful treat inspired by British tea culture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Earl Grey Tea Ground freshly, use loose-leaf for best aroma.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use spoon-and-level method for accuracy.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Works with baking powder for lightness.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and adds crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 1 large Egg Use at room temperature.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Adds robust vanilla flavor.
  • 2 tsp Culinary Lavender Culinary-grade for safety.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Creates smooth texture.
  • 1 tsp Ground Culinary Lavender Use sparingly for balanced taste.
  • 1 drop Purple Food Coloring Optional, enhances visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Grinder or Food Processor
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine culinary lavender with granulated sugar in a grinder until fragrant to prepare lavender sugar.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla bean paste to the mixture and beat until pale and fluffy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and Earl Grey tea.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Scoop cookie dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and roll in lavender sugar, then flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 9-10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes.
  8. For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and lavender.
  9. Frost cooled cookies with lavender cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are measured accurately for best results. Use culinary-grade lavender only.

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