Earl Grey Blackberry Cake
Indulge in a slice of pure bliss. The delicate floral notes of Earl Grey tea infuse the moist cake layers, while the juicy blackberries add a burst of vibrant sweetness. Topped with a luscious frosting, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport you to a state of dessert nirvana.
Ingredients
for 12 servings
Cake
- nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
- 2 cups whole milk(480 mL)
- 3 tablespoons earl grey tea, divided
- 2 ½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup honey(335 g)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 3 cups all purpose flour(375 g)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped
Frosting
- 6 oz blackberry(170 g)
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar(360 g)
Assembly
- 18 oz blackberry(540 g), halved lengthwise, plus 6 ounces (170 G) whole and halved, divided
- 10 edible flowers, such as purple and white pansies
- earl grey tea, for garnish
Special Equipment
- cake turntable
- parchment paper round, 9 in (22 cm)
- offset spatula
- bench scraper