Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Earl Grey tea leaves, finely crushed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in milk, lemon zest, vanilla, and crushed Earl Grey tea leaves.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour batter into liners and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely and dust with powdered sugar. Decorate with Sherlock-themed toppers if desired.
Notes
- Use Earl Grey tea for a subtle citrus and bergamot flavor.
- Can be decorated with edible Sherlock motifs for themed parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
