Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup whole coffee beans
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Spread the coffee beans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast them for 10-12 minutes until they are fragrant and slightly browned.
3. Melt the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, stirring occasionally until smooth.
4. Add the roasted coffee beans to the melted white chocolate and stir until they are evenly coated.
5. Using a fork, remove the coffee beans from the white chocolate mixture and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Allow the white chocolate-covered coffee beans to cool and harden for at least 30 minutes.
7. Once the white chocolate has hardened, transfer the coffee beans to an airtight container.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
- This recipe makes approximately 1 cup of white chocolate-covered coffee beans.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150 per 1/4 cup serving
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dark chocolate chips can be used instead of white chocolate chips.
- Coconut oil can be used instead of vegetable oil.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the melted white chocolate for a spiced flavor.
- Use flavored coffee beans, such as hazelnut or vanilla, for a unique twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the coffee beans are completely cool before adding them to the melted white chocolate to prevent the chocolate from melting.
- Use a fork to remove the coffee beans from the white chocolate mixture to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Store the white chocolate-covered coffee beans in an airtight container at room temperature.
Storage instructions:
- Store the white chocolate-covered coffee beans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- These coffee beans do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the white chocolate-covered coffee beans in a small bowl or jar.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the white chocolate for a sweet and salty flavor.
Pairings:
- Serve these coffee beans with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- These coffee beans can be served as a snack or dessert on their own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the white chocolate is too thick, add a little more vegetable oil to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to roast the coffee beans before adding them to the white chocolate to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
- Coffee beans have been used for centuries as a natural stimulant and flavoring agent in food and drinks.
Flavor profiles:
- These white chocolate-covered coffee beans have a sweet and slightly bitter flavor with a crunchy texture.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve these coffee beans as a sweet and crunchy snack or as a dessert after a meal.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Coffee, Chocolatey, Coffee-Flavored