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Earl Grey Tiramisu

Earl Grey Tiramisu: A Creamy Twist on a Classic Favorite

Earl Grey Tiramisu: a delightful dessert combining the aromatic flavors of Earl Grey tea with traditional tiramisu layers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Mixture
  • 250 g Mascarpone Provides creaminess and richness; no substitutions recommended for authenticity.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for creating the airy texture; use pasteurized eggs if avoiding raw eggs.
  • 50 g Sugar Adds sweetness; use granulated sugar.
  • 2 tsp Sweetener Enhances the flavor of the tea.
For the Ladyfinger Layers
  • 300 g Savoiardi (Ladyfinger biscuits) Offers structure and texture; quickly absorb the sweet tea mixture.
  • 3 tbsp Earl Grey tea Brew strong using loose leaf for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Necessary for brewing the tea; it should be hot when steeping.
For Assembly
  • 1 tbsp Powdered tea or cornflower petals Use for a beautiful topping on the finished dessert.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Heatproof container
  • Serving dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Brew the tea by mixing boiling water with sugar, adding Earl Grey tea, and steeping for 20 minutes. Strain and let cool.
  2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually add half the sugar, and beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Whisk egg yolks and remaining sugar until pale and fluffy. Fold in mascarpone until smooth.
  4. Gently fold beaten egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the mascarpone mixture, dip ladyfingers quickly in tea, and layer them in the dish.
  6. Repeat layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a creamy mixture on top.
  7. Chill your tiramisu for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  8. Serve by dusting with powdered tea or cornflower petals for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow sufficient chilling time for flavors to meld perfectly. Use high-quality loose-leaf Earl Grey for the best flavor infusion.

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