Italian Coffee Recipe
Frangelico & Coffee.
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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Liqueur & Sweetener
Cream & Garnish
Method
Coffee Base
Brew 1 cup of strong coffee. For best flavor use a freshly pulled espresso shot or a dark-roast drip brewed slightly stronger than usual. Keep it hot (around 75–85°C / 170–185°F).
If the coffee is too strong or too hot for your preference, add up to 2 tablespoons hot water to adjust strength and temperature.
Liqueur & Sweetener
If you prefer your drink sweetened, add 1 teaspoon brown sugar or simple syrup to the liqueur. Stir briefly to dissolve and slightly warm the sugar with the liqueur.
Cream & Garnish
Lightly whip the cream just until it holds soft peaks, or simply use chilled half-and-half. Spoon or gently float 2 tablespoons of cream on top of the coffee so it forms a creamy layer.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon grated dark chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder over the cream for aroma and visual appeal.
If using, scatter 1 teaspoon toasted chopped hazelnuts on top for crunch and to reinforce the hazelnut flavor.
Serve immediately while hot. Stir before drinking if you prefer a uniform beverage, or sip through the cream layer to enjoy contrasting textures.