Earl Grey Milk Jam Spread
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
63 kcal
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Course
Breakfast, Condiments
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Cuisine
Asian
Earl Grey Milk Jam Spread
Description
This spread starts by steeping Earl Grey tea bags in warmed whole milk, infusing citrusy bergamot flavor into the liquid. Milk powder is stirred in to add creaminess and body. Separately, heavy whipping cream and sugar are heated and brought to a simmer. The strained tea-infused milk mixture is gradually added to the cream and sugar, passed through a sieve to remove solids, and then cooked over low-medium heat while whisking. The mixture thickens as water evaporates, reducing by about half and forming a smooth, creamy jam-like texture. A visible line when scraping the spoon indicates readiness.
The flavor is lightly floral with the distinctive bergamot notes from Earl Grey tea complementing the rich dairy base. The silky texture spreads easily and can enrich toast, scones, or pastries.
Patience during the reduction process is important, as thicker consistency may require slightly longer than 20 minutes depending on heat intensity. Frequent whisking prevents lumps and scorching. Once cooled, it can be refrigerated for up to one week.
Ingredients
- 125 ml milk whole
- 2 bags earl grey tea
- 8 g milk powder dry
- 125 ml heavy whipping cream at least 36% MF (milkfat) or higher
- 25 g granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a heat-safe mug or jar, heat up whole milk in a microwave for about 40 seconds (depending on how powerful your microwave is) until it's really warm and place 2 bags of Earl Grey tea into the milk to steep.
- Add 1 tablespoon of dry milk powder to the tea and stir until there are no lumps and has completely dissolved. Set aside for 10 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
- Heat heavy cream and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and while whisking, gradually pour the steeped Earl Grey tea milk over a sieve into the saucepan. If there are any lumps remaining in the sieve, add some of the milk from the saucepan over top of the sieve and push through with the back of a spoon.
- Whisk periodically until mixture has thickened and reduced by half, about 20 minutes over low-medium heat. It should be smooth and creamy. A way to tell if it’s ready is when you scrape the mixture in the pot with a spoon or whisk, there should be a line that is visible, meaning it has thickened enough. If you scrape the pot and can’t see a line, continue whisking over heat.
- Once it has thickened enough, remove from heat. Let cool.
- Pour into a clean glass jar and refrigerate. The spread will thicken a little more once it has cooled.
- Spread on toast, waffles, and pancakes for a delicious hit of tea flavour.
Notes
- Reduction time may vary; maintain low heat and stir frequently to avoid burning.
- Store refrigerated and consume within one week for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 63 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 63kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 222IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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