Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes
Indulge in the charm of Victorian England with these delightful Sherlock Holmes Foggy London Tea Cakes. Light and buttery, each bite transports you to a cozy afternoon of literary adventures. These scrumptious treats are perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying while curled up with your favorite detective novel. With a simple preparation process, an inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen, and the elegance of dusted powdered sugar, these tea cakes will quickly become a treasured recipe in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 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 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 the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface about 4-5 times until just combined.
- Roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a cookie cutter.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 64mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg