London Fog Cake
A classic teacake with a heritage pedigree and a colorful fig swirl update for visual excitement and unexpected texture and flavor.
How it was made
Earl Grey tea is infused into a batter slightly lighter than a pound cake that includes all-purpose flour, eggs, butter, cream cheese, milk, vanilla, and orange zest. Fig jam colored with EXBERRY® is swirled into the batter before baking in a tube pan, creating an elegant marbled effect. A sprinkle of sugar sprinkled on top caramelizes during baking for a subtle crunch.
This concept is a versatile base to infuse with teas like jasmine or chai for limited-edition variations that reflect popular local tea varieties and regional favorites.