Coffee and dessert are a match made in heaven and there's nothing better than enjoying a freshly baked treat with a steaming cup of coffee.
If you like experimenting and harmonizing flavours, we invite you to keep reading!
Whether you’re at home enjoying a cozy dessert or in the Happy Out Cafe, the right dessert can elevate your coffee experience.
Discover five delicious dessert combinations with your favourite type of coffee that will make your days even more special.
1. Intense combination: Espresso and Tiramisu
Espresso: With its strong, concentrated flavour, espresso is a favourite among coffee aficionados. It's rich, intense, and has a robust taste that pairs wonderfully with desserts that match its strength.
Tiramisu: Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that combines layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder. The coffee and cocoa flavours in tiramisu complement the boldness of espresso, making it a match made in heaven.
How about preparing your tiramisu at home? Check out this recipe!
2. The perfect blend: Cappuccino and Buttermilk Scones
Cappuccino: A cappuccino is a balanced blend of espresso, steamed milk, and milk foam. It’s less intense than espresso, with a creamy texture and a slightly sweet taste.
Homemade Buttermilk Scones: Our homemade buttermilk scones, whether plain or raisin, served with butter and jam, are perfect for dipping into a cappuccino. Their flaky texture and subtle sweetness complement the creamy, frothy cappuccino.
Would you like to try baking the perfect scone at home? Find out the recipe here!
3. Smooth elegance: Latte and Macarons
Latte: A latte consists of espresso and steamed milk with a small amount of milk foam on top. It’s smooth, creamy, and less intense than a cappuccino or espresso, making it a versatile pairing option.
Macarons: These delicate French pastries, made from almond flour, egg whites, and sugar, come in various flavours. Their light, airy texture and sweet, nutty taste pair beautifully with the creamy, mild flavour of a latte.
Find out more about baking macarons here.
4. Classic comfort: Drip Coffee and Apple Pie
Drip Coffee: Drip coffee is a staple in many households. It's brewed by dripping hot water over ground coffee beans, producing a smooth, balanced cup of coffee that can be enjoyed any time of the day.
Apple Pie: The classic apple pie, with its flaky crust and sweet, spiced apple filling, is a perfect match for a cup of drip coffee. The coffee’s balanced flavour compliments the pie’s sweetness and cinnamon-spiced apples, creating a comforting and satisfying pairing.
Learn more about baking the perfect Apple Pie here.
5. Chocolover: Mocha and Chocolate Brownies
Mocha: A mocha is a delightful combination of espresso, steamed milk, and chocolate. It’s sweet, rich, and perfect for chocolate lovers.
Chocolate Chip Brownies: Indulge your sweet tooth with a slice of our rich, moist chocolate chip brownies. The deep chocolate flavours of the brownies pair perfectly with the chocolaty notes of a mocha, creating a decadent and indulgent experience.
Explore more delicious chocolate brownie recipes here.
How have we done with our suggestions so far?
Pairing coffee with the right dessert can elevate both the coffee and the sweet treat to new heights. Whether you're savouring a mocha with our rich chocolate chip brownie, enjoying a creamy latte with our homemade buttermilk scones, or dipping a delicate biscotti into your cappuccino, these combinations are sure to delight your taste buds.
Try these pairings the next time you visit our local Happy Out Cafe to experience these delightful pairings firsthand.
Your perfect coffee and dessert adventure awaits! ☕🍰✨
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Donnybrook, Bull Wall Bull Island, Dún Laoghaire
Happy pairing! 🍰☕✨
