Italian Coffee Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Frangelico & Coffee.

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Ingredients

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Coffee Base

Method

Coffee Base

1

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).

2

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

3

Place 1.5 tablespoons Frangelico into a warmed heatproof glass or mug.

4

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.

5

Pour the hot brewed coffee over the Frangelico (and sugar if used). Stir gently for about 10–15 seconds to combine flavors and dissolve any remaining sugar.

Cream & Garnish

6

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.

7

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon grated dark chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder over the cream for aroma and visual appeal.

8

If using, scatter 1 teaspoon toasted chopped hazelnuts on top for crunch and to reinforce the hazelnut flavor.

9

Serve immediately while hot. Stir before drinking if you prefer a uniform beverage, or sip through the cream layer to enjoy contrasting textures.