This dessert is easy to assemble from a mixture of whipped cream and Italian cream cheese layered with espresso dipped ladyfingers. The result is a lusciously smooth cake that feels like a mousse with substance. The flavor is much like that of a well crafted latte. Layers of vanilla cream sweeten the tang of soft cheese and the robust intensity of bitter espresso. Together they create a perfect afternoon pick me up or an elegant finish to a fine Italian dinner.
Tag: Coffee
Cinnamon Coffee Crisps are Full of Fall Flavor
Cinnamon Coffee Crisps speak in the language of fall flavors. Caramel tones of brown sugar sweeten the warmth of ground cinnamon and espresso powder to make these cookies deliciously flavorful. Topped with a quick embellishment, they are well dressed for most any occasion.
Shop Talk – Peanut Butter Fudge Latte
The flavors of peanut butter, brown sugar, and marshmallow are blended into this delicious Peanut Butter Fudge Latte or Steamer.
Zoom Break – Gingerbread Smoothie
This Gingerbread Smoothie combines fresh ginger, fall spices and a deep forward note of molasses in an invigorating seasonal drink that doubles as a nutritious snack.
Whipped Dalgona Coffee
Instant coffee, a little sugar, hot water and cold milk. Four simple ingredients are all it takes to create this beautiful cup of Whipped Dalgona Coffee, a fun and refreshing alternative to the average Iced Latte…
Chocolate Tofu Mousse
Chocolate Tofu Mousse is perfect for rounding out a sparse dinner menu or adding an elegant touch to a special meal. Unless you tell them, no one will even suspect the main ingredient.
Kentucky Country Ham and Red Eye Gravy
When I want a menu that tastes like home I cook Country Ham Steaks drizzled with Red Eye Gravy. Serve alongside Southern Style Green Beans, and mashed potatoes or Cheese Grits, then finish with a slice of Derby Pie, for an authentic taste of the Bluegrass region.
The True Flavour of Irish Coffee
After celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a good Irish dinner there’s nothing like a nice hot cup of Irish Coffee to cap off the evening.
Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake Spread
Is it possible for chocolate to be out of season? Chocolate has become such a common favorite it is hard to think so. Yet late in the summer, when the temperature soars, I find myself using it sparingly. Maybe I add some chocolate chips here and there but densely rich […]
Pumpkin Spice Latte Muffins
Soft and luscious, these muffins and are made with wholesome oatmeal and mashed pumpkin. Tasty, nutritious and brimming with fall flavor, Pumpkin Spice Latte Muffins make a terrific, and seasonally sensitive, breakfast treat. Give them a try to add a boost to your morning.
Gelato Affogato
Yes, I know, its been done. Earlier this summer I saw Ina Garten on The Today Show with Al Roker making Affogato sundaes while Al was slipping a little extra Tia Maria into his…
Seattle Sundays – Café on the Ave.
When I am in Seattle to see my children at college there are times when what we really want is a place where we can gather around a table and visit as if we were at home.