coffee Recipes
14 delicious coffee recipes from around the world
Affogato
Drowned ice cream - vanilla gelato drowned in hot espresso. Simple perfection.
Opéra Cake
A classic French Opéra cake, featuring delicate almond sponge (Joconde) layered with rich coffee buttercream, a smooth chocolate ganache, and a coffee-soaked syrup, all enrobed in a glossy chocolate glaze. This sophisticated dessert is a true test of patisserie skill.
Tiramisù
Italy's beloved coffee dessert - layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa.
Cà Phê Sữa Đá
A rich and intensely sweet Vietnamese iced coffee, made by slowly dripping dark, robust coffee over sweetened condensed milk and then pouring it over a generous amount of ice. The result is a bold, creamy, and refreshing beverage.
Café con Leche (Venezuelan Style)
A comforting and energizing Venezuelan classic, Café con Leche is a simple yet satisfying coffee beverage made with strong brewed coffee and warm milk, sweetened to your preference. It's a staple for breakfast and a perfect pick-me-up any time of day.
Café con Panela
A traditional Colombian coffee sweetened with panela, offering a complex, rustic flavor profile.
Café de Olla
A traditional Mexican coffee brewed in a clay pot, infused with the warm sweetness of piloncillo (unrefined whole cane sugar), aromatic cinnamon, and pungent cloves. This comforting beverage is a staple in many Mexican households, especially during cooler months.
Medialunas
Argentine medialunas are a beloved sweet breakfast pastry, similar to croissants but richer and often glazed. They are a staple in Argentine cafes and homes, perfect with a cup of coffee.
Tinto (Colombian Black Coffee)
A simple yet deeply satisfying Colombian black coffee, known for its robust flavor and customizable sweetness. Traditionally brewed on stovetops, this tinto is a staple in Colombian households and a beloved street-side refreshment.
Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony (Buna)
A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, known as Buna, is a cherished social and spiritual ritual involving the roasting, grinding, and brewing of coffee beans in a special clay pot called a jebena. It is an integral part of daily life and hospitality.
Rusks (Beskuit)
Traditional South African twice-baked biscuits, known as beskuit, are hard, dry, and perfectly designed for dunking in coffee or tea. This recipe yields a classic, slightly sweet version.
Sekoei Beskuit (Buttermilk Rusks)
Authentic South African Sekoei Beskuit, these traditional buttermilk rusks are perfectly crisp and designed for dunking into your favorite hot beverage like coffee or rooibos. They are a staple for a reason!
Flat White Coffee
An iconic Australian and New Zealand coffee invention, the Flat White is characterized by its rich espresso base topped with a thin, velvety layer of microfoam, creating a smooth and integrated drinking experience.
Tim Tam Slam
The iconic Australian Tim Tam Slam ritual. This involves using a Tim Tam biscuit as a makeshift straw to rapidly draw hot coffee or hot chocolate into your mouth, followed by consuming the now softened and melty biscuit. It's a delightful, albeit messy, experience of pure chocolatey indulgence.