Description
Rich Spiced Dark Chocolate Orange Coffee brings Mediterranean warmth to classic winter comfort. Luxurious espresso blends with zesty orange and deep chocolate notes, offering a seductive escape from chilly moments you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base:
- 2 shots espresso
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) orange infused milk
Flavor Enhancer:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) spiced dark chocolate ganache
Garnish:
- 1 dehydrated orange slice
Instructions
- Gently warm of whole milk in a saucepan, carefully adding freshly grated orange zest to release its vibrant essence. Allow the zest to steep for 30 minutes, developing a rich citrusy flavor.
- Strain the infused milk through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the zest. Refrigerate the milk until thoroughly chilled.
- In a separate small saucepan, heat of heavy cream with additional orange zest over low heat. Watch carefully to prevent scorching, allowing the cream to simmer gently.
- Place of high-quality dark chocolate in a heat-resistant bowl. Sprinkle of ground chipotle powder over the chocolate to introduce a subtle smoky heat.
- Carefully pour the hot cream over the chocolate and chipotle mixture. Let it rest for 30 seconds, then whisk slowly until a smooth, glossy ganache forms.
- Brew a shot of espresso (or 30 milliliters) directly into a serving mug. Incorporate the spiced chocolate ganache, stirring until completely integrated.
- Retrieve the chilled orange-infused milk and gently warm it. Pour the milk over the chocolate espresso base, creating a luxurious layered beverage.
- Optional: Use a milk frother to create a light, airy foam on top of the drink.
- Garnish with a delicate dehydrated orange slice or a small twist of fresh orange zest. Serve immediately and enjoy the complex, aromatic fusion of flavors.
Notes
- Prep ingredients ahead to streamline the coffee-making process and ensure smooth flavor melding.
- Infusing milk with orange zest creates a delicate citrus undertone that elevates the entire drink’s complexity.
- Chipotle powder adds unexpected warmth and depth, transforming this from a standard coffee to a gourmet experience.
- Whisking ganache thoroughly prevents chocolate separation and guarantees a silky, rich texture.
- Dehydrated orange slice provides an elegant visual garnish while reinforcing the drink’s bright citrus profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg