50²µ/1¾´Ç³ú dried figs
1 tbsp golden syrup
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
100g/3½oz dried, pitted dates
50²µ/1¾´Ç³ú dried apricots
1 tsp mixed spice
200g/7oz self-raising flour
few drops vanilla extract
55g/2oz lightly salted butter, plus extra for greasing
225g/8oz butter, chopped
200ml/7fl oz double cream
2 large free-range eggs
2 Lady Grey tea bags