5 Last-minute Christmas recipes with coffee
The holidays are often busy, and before you know it, it's almost Christmas. Fortunately, last-minute cooking doesn't have to be stressful. Whether you need to conjure up a dessert quickly or are looking for a treat to serve with coffee, we have five easy recipes that are quick to prepare and go perfectly with a delicious cup of Moccamaster coffee. Plus, each recipe includes a hint of coffee for that extra festive touch!
- Espresso Tiramisu in a Glass
Ingredients:
- 200 g long fingers
- 250 g mascarpone
- 100 ml cooled strong brewed coffee
- 50 ml Amaretto (optional)
- 50 g icing sugar
- Cocoa powder for garnish
Preparation: Make an extra strong cup with your Moccamaster and let the coffee cool down. Mix the coffee and Amaretto in a bowl. Dip the long fingers briefly in this mixture and place them in a glass. Beat the mascarpone with icing sugar until smooth. Spoon a layer of mas-carpone on top of the long fingers and repeat until your glasses are filled. Sprinkle with cocoa powder and leave to set in the fridge for an hour. This is a perfect light dessert to finish with a strong espresso.
- Coffee Chocolate Fudge
Ingredients:
- 400 g condensed milk
- 300 g dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons of filter coffee
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation: Heat the condensed milk over low heat and add the chocolate. Stir until the chocolate has melted. Make a pot of coffee with your Moccamaster and add 2 tablespoons together with the vanilla to the mixture (drink the rest of the coffee). Pour the mixture into a baking tin lined with baking paper and let it set in the fridge for a few hours. Cut into cubes and then serve with another delicious cup of coffee.
- Coffee Pavlova with Whipped Cream and Caramel
Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites
- 250 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of filter coffee
- 200 ml whipped cream
- Caramel sauce (ready-made or home-made)
Preparation: Preheat the oven to 150°C. Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and add the sugar jelly. Stir the vinegar and coffee into the mixture. Spoon the mixture into a cir bowl mould on a baking tray lined with baking paper and bake the pavlova in the oven for 1 hour. Let cool and garnish with whipped cream and caramel sauce. This airy pavlova is a perfect ending to your Christmas dinner and pairs wonderfully with a soft, fruity filter grind.
- Coffee Nut Bread
Ingredients:
- 250 g flour
- 100 g brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 egg
- 100 ml strong coffee
- 100 ml milk
- 50 g chopped walnuts
- 50 g sultanas
Preparation: Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar and baking powder. Beat the egg with the coffee and milk, and add to the dry ingredients. Gently mix in the walnuts and sultanas. Pour the batter into a cake tin and bake the bread for about 45 minutes. Let cool and serve topped with butter and a cup of coffee of your choice.
- Coffee Mocha Truffles
Ingredients:
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 100 ml whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons strong coffee
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Preparation: Heat the whipping cream and coffee in a saucepan until almost boiling. Pour it over the chopped chocolate and stir until it is a smooth ganache. Let it cool in the fridge until firm enough to mould. Roll small balls of the mixture and dust with cocoa powder. These creamy truffles are the perfect sweet bites to accompany a cup of coffee after dinner.
Time to enjoy!
With these five quick and easy recipes, you will never be empty-handed during party days. Each recipe contains a hint of coffee, or pairs perfectly with a fresh cup. Either way, it will bring that extra bit of warmth and cosiness to your Christmas table. Whether you are looking for a simple dessert or a snack to accompany your coffee, these recipes are sure to satisfy your guests.
Enjoy the holidays and, of course, the coffee from your Moccamaster!
