Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Special equipment needed:
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Serving glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
2. Divide the whipped cream into four serving glasses.
3. Pour the strong brewed coffee over the whipped cream in each glass.
4. In a saucepan, melt the dark chocolate chips, milk, and butter over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
5. Pour the chocolate sauce over the coffee and whipped cream in each glass.
6. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
5. Temperature:
Low heat for melting chocolate sauce
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Total fat: 26g
Saturated fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 81mg
Sodium: 31mg
Total carbohydrates: 28g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugar: 24g
Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of heavy cream, you can use whipped cream or whipped topping.
- Instead of dark chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate chips or semisweet chocolate chips.
Variations:
- Add a splash of liqueur such as Kahlua or Bailey's to the coffee before pouring it over the whipped cream.
- Top with shaved chocolate or cocoa powder for added flavor and presentation.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the whipped cream is stiff enough to hold its shape when layered with the coffee and chocolate sauce.
- Use a double boiler to melt the chocolate if you don't have a saucepan.
Storage instructions:
This dessert is best served immediately and cannot be stored.
Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve in clear glass cups or mugs to showcase the layers of whipped cream, coffee, and chocolate sauce.
Garnishes:
Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder
Pairings:
This dessert pairs well with a light fruit salad or a buttery croissant.
Suggested side dishes:
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Troubleshooting advice:
If the whipped cream is too runny, it won't hold its shape when layered with the coffee and chocolate sauce. Make sure to whip it until stiff peaks form.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store them properly to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Café Liégeois is a French dessert that originated in the city of Liège. It typically consists of coffee, ice cream, and whipped cream.
Flavor profiles:
This dessert is rich and indulgent, with a combination of bitter coffee, sweet whipped cream, and decadent chocolate sauce.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a meal or as a special treat for coffee lovers.
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Region: Belgian
Taste: Rich, Sweet, Creamy, Chocolatey, Decadent