Did you know that coffee is widely used as a main or side ingredient in a wide variety of desserts? Coffee is such a versatile ingredient that it can easily complement other flavors or be its own star in a number of decadent coffee desserts. Check out a couple of popular coffee desserts that we have prepared for you to try out below.
Coffee Caramel Flan – Prep Time: 20 Minutes, Cook Time: 60 Minutes
- 4 large eggs
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 pt. heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups strong brewed brazibeans dark roast coffee
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp. powdered sugar
- Additional ground cinnamon
- Step 1: Stir sugar over medium heat in a heavy saucepan until completely melted and browned. Carefully pour melted sugar into an 8-inch round baking pan to completely coat the bottom. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon evenly across the sugar surface.
- Step 2: Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Beat eggs in a large bowl and whisk in condensed milk, vanilla extract, 1/4 cup cream, and salt. Mix in coffee and blend well. Place prepared baking pan in a larger, shallow pan and por flan mixture. Fill larger pan with 1 inch of hot water and bake for 60 minutes or insert knife in center to check doneness. Remove baking pan from hot water and cool on rack for 1 hour. Cover with a clean cloth and chill for at least a couple of hours or overnight.
- Step 3: Mix in remaining cream, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, and powdered sugar in a medium mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer on low speed and mix until cream starts to thicken. Increase speed to high until stiff peaks form.
- Step 4: Run knife around edge of pan to loosen up the flan. Invert pan onto a serving plate with rim to contain excess liquids. Cut into wedges and add a dollop of whipped cream on each serving. Sprinkle it with cinnamon powder.
Coffee Toffee Bars – Prep Time: 15 Minutes, Cook Time: 45 Minutes
- Cooking Spray
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
- 1/4 tsp. baking soda
- 2 tbsps. butter
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup quick rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 tsp. brazibeans medium roast coffee
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Step 1: Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Spray non-stick cooking spray onto a 13 x 9 inch baking sheet.
- Step 2: Mix until fully combined 1/2 cup melted butter, brown sugar, oats, nuts, flour, and baking soda in a large bowl. Firmly press mixture onto bottom of coated baking sheet.
- Step 3: Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until bubbles form at the surface. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Stir in condensed milk, vanilla and coffee. Cook mixture and stir until thick for approximately 15 minutes. Pour mixture over pressed crust.
- Step 4: Bake for another 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips. Leave chips to melt for 1 minute. Spread melted chocolate while warm and let cool thoroughly. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to let chocolate harden. Cut into bars and serve cold.