Coffee is such a beloved flavor profile, it really deserves to be celebrated past noontime. You don't need to down another macchiato to get that coffee flavor fix though!
Here's a whole list of tried-and true desserts that take the flavors of coffee and espresso and run with them. From soft and squishy cookies, to popsicles, to decadent cakes and panna cottas, there's something here for every coffee lover.
None of these recipes require a lot of kitchen skill. They're all perfect for beginners, so any of these would be a great choice the next time you feel like baking something sweet with an extra kick!
1. Espresso Panna Cotta
This smooth and creamy espresso panna cotta makes a decadent finish to any meal. This traditional Italian gelatin dessert feels fancy, but is so easy to make, you'll wonder why it took you so long to try making panna cotta.
It's also one of those hostess-friendly desserts that can be made well in advance, so it's perfect for entertaining.
Get the recipe here.
2. Espresso White Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Made with dark, fragrant espresso powder, the flavor of coffee in these cookies perfectly balances out the sweet white chocolate.
Chocolate and coffee are just made for each other, so these soft and chewy cookies feels like they're just meant to be. Choose to make them soft or on the crispy side, they're delicious either way!
Get the recipe here.
3. Coffee Walnut Cake
This impressive coffee walnut cake features an espresso brown sugar Swiss meringue buttercream, and crunchy candied walnuts. Your guest would never ever guess it's actually vegan.
There's really nothing like a layer cake for making any event feel special, and when you're feeling like an alternative to the usual flavors like chocolate or vanilla, this would be a fun recipe to reach for.
Get the recipe here.
4. Espresso Cheesecake with Biscoff Crust
Folks in the UK know the joy of biscoff...not quite a gingerbread cookie, but sweet and well spiced like one. Those delicious cookies crumble into the perfect crust for this decadent cheesecake.
Like a more flavorful graham cracker crust, that biscoff layer forms the perfect base for a dense and creamy espresso cheesecake. Follow the cheesecake making tips for a perfect result with no cracked finish. This thorough recipe is a keeper.
Get the recipe here.
5. Coffee Cookies
Chewy and soft in the middle, with crunchy edges, these chocolate chip coffee cookies are perfect for an afternoon snack.
Unlike some coffee flavored cookies, the dough for these doesn't need to be chilled, so they're easy to whip up any time you need a coffee and chocolate fix.
Get the recipe here.
6. Espresso Crème Brûlée
This Espresso Crème Brûlée recipe is small batch, meaning meaning it's perfect if you're just cooking for a few. The recipe is easy to double though, and chances are, you'll want to!
The delicious dessert is rich and creamy, filled with espresso flavors, and so much easier to make than you might think! Do not rule this recipe out if you don't have a kitchen torch. That's ok. The recipe talks through how make this recipe work with nothing more than the broiler on your oven. You got this!
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7. Double Chocolate Chip and Coffee Biscotti
These double chocolate Italian cookies are perfect for dipping in a cup of coffee. Did you know that the word biscotti means literally "twice cooked" in Italian? Biscotti cookies are indeed cooked twice. First they're baked as long logs, then removed from the oven and sliced, then baked again as individual cookies.
It's that twice-baked method that gives these that magically crisp exterior...perfect for dipping in a cup of coffee!
Get the recipe here.
8. Coffee Brownie Cheesecake
Here's another cheesecake recipe that celebrates the flavor of coffee, this time by pairing it with brownies!
Coffee cheesecake and hearty chunks of homemade brownie come together in this incredible no-bake dessert that everyone will love.
Get the recipe here.
9. Chocolate Chip Espresso Cookies
These chocolate chip espresso cookies are just so, so good. These would be the perfect cookie to pair with board games on a rainy Saturday.
Made with brown butter and instant espresso powder, they're rich and filled with deep flavors and melty chocolate chips. This a cookie that coffee lovers will want to make again and again.
Get the recipe here.
10. Affogato
The name Affogato is Italian for “drowned”, and I like the recipe author's definition of is as a "coffee-based Italian dessert slash post-dinner caffeine pick-me-up."
I'll never forget the first time someone put an afogatto in my hands. I was running production for a film festival and hadn't slept in 28 hours. That heavenly fusion of sugar and caffeine was a delicious revelation, and just the boost I needed. I've been enamored with this easy and delicious Italian delight ever since, and once you taste it, you will be too!
Get the recipe here.
11. Frozen Tiramisu
Turn a classic dessert into a perfectly layered, creamy dessert with this frozen tiramisu!
Pieces of coffee-soaked sponge fingers and cocoa powder alternate between custard and mascarpone, for a perfect summer treat. If you love regular tiramisu, these playful popsicles are a must-try!
Get the recipe here.
12. Chocolate Coffee Cake
This moist and chocolatey cake offers a powerful kick of coffee flavor. It's a classic one layer "snack cake" that's perfect for making any night of the week.
Coffee and chocolate mingle perfectly for a result that's not you're usual chocolate cake. You could even take the coffee theme a little further by garnishing with chocolate covered espresso beans!
Get the recipe here.
13. Fluffy Coffee Cupcakes
These rich coffee cupcakes are made with instant coffee for an intense coffee flavor. Topped with a swirl of coffee cream cheese frosting, they are truly a dream dessert for any coffee lover.
With the tangy dairy of the cream cheese frosting, these are almost reminiscent of a sweet morning cappuccino.
Get the recipe here.
14. Mocha Chip Blondies With Coffee Glaze
The coffee flavor shines through beautifully in these delicious bar cookies. Milk chocolate chips are studded throughout the fudgy, coffee flavored blondies, for a perfect weekend treat. A simple, 2-ingredient glaze features more coffee flavor, and really finishes these perfectly.
Made in just one bowl, these are an easy crowd pleaser!
Get the recipe here.
15. Tiramisu Cupcakes
These cupcakes are soaked with espresso, and spiked with a touch of coffee liqueur, which is sure to perk anyone right up. The cupcakes are rich and buttery, and that mascarpone frosting is light, fluffy, and just so good.
They’re finished with a dusting of cocoa powder which really brings out that espresso flavor. These delicate little cupcakes are just a delight, from start to finish.
Get the recipe here.
16. Coffee Mousse
Made with just four simple ingredients, you're not going to believe how easy it is to make this coffee mousse dessert.
Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a great easy finish to any meal, whether you're cooking for family or guests. That airy and delicate mousse texture is so much fun to eat, and offers a nice light ending to a heavy dinner.
Get the recipe here.
17. Espresso Ice Cream with Fudge Swirl
With bold flavors of coffee and chocolate, this decadent homemade ice cream is actually dairy-free and gluten free, so just about anyone can enjoy this delicious frozen treat.
It's an easy homemade ice cream recipe, so even if you've never made ice cream before, don't let that stop you!
Get the recipe here.
18. Iced Coffee Popsicles
These gluten-free iced coffee popsicles would be a fun kick-start to a hot morning. Made with dark and delicious coffee, this is a popsicle grownup coffee lovers will appreciate.
Next time I'm making up a big batch of popsicles for my kids, I might have to make some of these for myself. They sound perfect for fueling this tired mama through those afternoon slumps. They'd be just the thing!
Get the recipe here.
19. Double Chocolate Espresso Crinkles
These decadent little cookies are like the chocolate crinkles we know and love, but with an extra dose of chocolate! You'll love how the chocolate in the centers gets all shiny and melty, while the cookies are still warm from the oven.
They're also one of those cookies that is just as great the next day, after those coffee and chocolate flavors have a chance to really meld.
Get the recipe here.
20. Gluten-Free Coffee Almond Cookies
These Gluten-Free Coffee Almond Cookies look impressive, but are simple to make. Just seven ingredient are required to make these delicious little treats.
We've seen a lot of coffee and chocolate combinations so far, but here's another classic flavor pairing that works so well--coffee and almond. Like an almond flavored cappucino in a cookie, these are a sweet little treat you'll definitely want to try.
Get the recipe here.
21. Chokladbollar
These delicious little chocolate and coffee balls are a popular Swedish treat. Made with butter, oats, sugar, cocoa, and coffee, these rich treats are then rolled in coconut or sugar for a pretty finish.
These are so easy to make and a little bit addictive. They also feel just a little healthier than your average cookie recipe. The recipe shares that these also last very well in the freezer, so you can make up a huge batch when you have time, and have extras for later!
Get the recipe here.
17 Old Fashioned Tea Time Recipes
While we think of teatime as a fine old British tradition, the delightful custom of pausing in the late afternoon for a sociable snack was also common in the United States throughout most of the 1800's.
If you love the idea of bringing back the fine tradition of teatime, we have just what you need--a selection of old fashioned recipes that are just perfect for afternoon tea.
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From dense, fudgy brownies, to luxurious chocolate ganache tarts, to crinkly dark chocolate cookies, this collection has a recipe to suit any chocolate craving.
Get the recipes here.
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As this year's maple sugaring season begins to wind down, it's a great time to try some new and delicious recipes with this year's fresh batch of maple syrup.
From sweet candies and baked goods, to flavor-packed weeknight dinners, this collection of our favorite maple recipes has it all. As a side benefit, many of these maple-sweetened recipes are healthier than those made with refined sugar, but they're so flavorful, you'd never guess!
Get the recipes here.
Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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