Best 2 Earl Grey Truffles Recipes

Earl Grey truffles, a delightful confection with a unique and sophisticated flavor, is a perfect treat for any occasion. The combination of Earl Grey tea, with its distinctive bergamot aroma, and rich, creamy chocolate ganache creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned chocolatier or a home cook looking to impress your guests, this article will provide you with the best recipes and tips to craft delectable Earl Grey truffles that will leave a lasting impression.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE EARL GREY TRUFFLES

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Categories Candy Milk/Cream Tea Chocolate Dessert Christmas Winter Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes about 34 truffles

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2/3 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces and softened
2 teaspoons loose Earl Grey tea leaves
6 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped
1 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder

Steps:

Bring cream and butter to a boil in a small heavy saucepan and stir in tea leaves. Remove from heat and let steep 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, finely grind chocolate in a food processor and transfer to a bowl. Pour cream through a fine-mesh sieve onto chocolate, pressing on and discarding tea leaves, then whisk until smooth. Chill ganache, covered, until firm, about 2 hours.
Spoon level teaspoons of ganache onto a baking sheet. Put cocoa in a bowl, then dust your palms lightly with it. Roll each piece of ganache into a ball (wash your hands and redust as they become sticky). Drop several balls at a time into bowl of cocoa and turn to coat. Transfer as coated to an airtight container, separating layers with wax paper.

EARL-GREY TRUFFLES

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The classic chocolate bon bon is taken for a tea time spin in this recipe for earl-grey-infused truffles. The distinctive, citrusy bergamot flavor of the tea shines through in every creamy, fudgy bite. These treats will make a lovely parting gift for guests at a dinner party, and are a great accompaniment to a night cap or, yes, a cup of tea!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield Makes about 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup heavy cream
5 teaspoons loose-leaf Earl Grey tea, crushed
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped, plus 3 ounces, melted
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Dutch-process cocoa powder, for rolling

Steps:

In a small saucepan, stir together cream and tea over medium heat. Bring just to a simmer, then let mixture continue to gently simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
Pass cream mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan. Bring to a boil, then pour over chocolate and let stand 3 minutes. Stir until smooth, then stir in butter and vanilla. Refrigerate until set, at least 30 minutes or, covered with plastic wrap, up to 2 days.
Place cocoa in a bowl. Scoop mixture with a level teaspoon, then dust hands with cocoa and roll truffles into balls. Coat your hands with a bit of melted chocolate and roll truffles in your hands to lightly coat to create a "shell".
Drop truffles into bowl of cocoa; toss to coat. Refrigerate in an air-tight container until ready to serve, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 week. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving.

Tips:

Ensure that the Earl Grey tea is brewed and chilled before making the truffles. This allows the tea's flavor to fully develop and infuse into the truffles.
Use high-quality chocolate for the truffles. This will greatly enhance the overall flavor of the truffles.
Finely chop the Earl Grey tea leaves. This will help to distribute the tea's flavor evenly throughout the truffles.
When rolling the truffles, work quickly to prevent the chocolate from melting. If the chocolate does start to melt, place it in the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm it up again.
Store the truffles in the refrigerator until ready to serve. This will help to keep them firm and flavorful.

Conclusion:

These Earl Grey truffles are a delightful and elegant treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate flavor and delicate Earl Grey aroma, these truffles are sure to impress your guests. They are also relatively easy to make, making them a great option for home cooks of all skill levels.