Matcha Chocolate Truffles, Perfect for Your Christmas Table

December 13, 2024

Matcha Chocolate Truffles, Perfect for Your Christmas Table

December 13, 2024

The festive season is here, and we’re bringing you not one but three indulgent truffle recipes featuring our Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha. These truffles strike the perfect balance of sweetness and sophistication, making them ideal for sharing, gifting, or enjoying solo this Christmas.

And the best part? They’re a breeze to make!

In the same spirit of celebration, we’ve partnered with MasterChef Semifinalist Elise Pulbrook to bring you these easy-to-make, on-trend truffle recipes. With her culinary expertise and our premium matcha, you’ll have festive treats that are as delicious as they are impressive.

Why Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha?

Our culinary-grade matcha is perfect for baking and desserts, offering a vibrant green hue, subtle vegetal notes, and a hint of natural sweetness. Sourced from the finest tea-growing regions in Japan, it adds depth of flavour and a touch of elegance to any recipe. Matcha isn’t just trendy—it’s a versatile ingredient that takes your festive treats to the next level.

Why Matcha Truffles for Christmas in Australia?

While Christmas in Australia comes with warm summer vibes, these truffles are a no-bake dessert that’s light yet indulgent. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, attending a festive gathering, or relaxing indoors, these cool, creamy truffles are a refreshing and luxurious treat to share.

Ingredients

Matcha White Chocolate Truffles

200g white chocolate
100ml cream
10g unsalted butter
25g Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha, plus extra for dusting

Milk Chocolate Matcha Truffles

200g milk chocolate
100ml cream
10g unsalted butter
25g Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha
Cocoa powder for dusting

Pistachio & Date Truffles

200g milk chocolate
100ml cream
10g unsalted butter
4 chopped dates (soaked in 3 tbsp coffee liqueur)
200g toasted pistachios (reserve some for coating)
1 tsp Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha

Method

Prepare the truffle base:
- Melt the chocolate, cream, and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (or microwave in short bursts). Stir until smooth and glossy.
Add flavour:
- For Matcha White Chocolate and Milk Chocolate Truffles: Whisk in the Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha until fully combined.
- For Pistachio & Date Truffles: Stir in the soaked, chopped dates.
Chill the mixture:
- Cover the bowl with cling wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or until the mixture is firm enough to roll.
Roll and coat:
- Roll teaspoon-sized portions of the truffle mixture into balls.
- For Matcha White Chocolate Truffles: Dust with extra Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha.
- For Milk Chocolate Matcha Truffles: Roll in cocoa powder.
- For Pistachio & Date Truffles: Coat in crushed pistachios mixed with a little matcha powder.

A Festive Must-Have

These truffles combine the richness of chocolate with the vibrant, earthy flavour of matcha, creating a festive treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for your Christmas table, as a thoughtful homemade gift, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy under the summer sun.

Pro tip: Pair these truffles with iced matcha lattes or tea mocktails for the ultimate Australian summer celebration.

Visit Tea Drop Instagram page to view the full recipe video

This Christmas, let Tea Drop Pure Organic Matcha add a little extra magic to your festivities!