Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Medium saucepan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, brewed coffee, unsalted butter, heavy cream, and salt. Stir until well combined.
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar dissolves.
3. Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and insert a candy thermometer into the mixture.
4. Cook the mixture until it reaches 240°F (116°C) on the candy thermometer. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
5. Once the mixture reaches 240°F (116°C), remove it from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
6. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed until it thickens and becomes creamy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
7. Once the mixture has thickened, transfer it to a jar or container and let it cool completely before using.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Cook the mixture until it reaches 240°F (116°C) on the candy thermometer.
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 cup of coffee sugar paste.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 50 per tablespoon
- Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of brewed coffee for this recipe.
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but omit the salt in the recipe.
Variations:
- Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract for a vanilla-flavored coffee sugar paste.
- Add 1/4 tsp of cinnamon for a cinnamon-flavored coffee sugar paste.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to stir constantly until the sugar dissolves to prevent burning.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Beat the mixture until it thickens and becomes creamy to achieve the right consistency.
Storage instructions:
- Store the coffee sugar paste in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- If the coffee sugar paste hardens, microwave it for a few seconds to soften it.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the coffee sugar paste in a small jar or container with a spoon.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle some cocoa powder or cinnamon on top of the coffee sugar paste.
Pairings:
- Use the coffee sugar paste to sweeten coffee or tea.
- Spread the coffee sugar paste on toast or muffins.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the coffee sugar paste with a breakfast pastry, such as croissants or scones.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture doesn't thicken after beating it, try refrigerating it for a few minutes before beating it again.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when working with hot sugar syrup, as it can cause burns.
Food history:
- Sugar paste is a traditional confectionery used in many desserts and pastries.
Flavor profiles:
- The coffee sugar paste has a sweet and slightly bitter flavor from the coffee.
Serving suggestions:
- Use the coffee sugar paste as a sweetener for coffee or tea, or spread it on toast or muffins.
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