From above, the glass gleams with a seductive mix of colors as luscious cream layers settle with distinct boundaries against the glass' contour. Warm coffee shades medley with a dense white cloud of mascarpone and delicate dusting of cocoa. A single biscotti laid diagonally across the glass adds a visually intriguing crunch factor.

Tiramisu Affogato Martini

Category Dessert&Cocktail
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 0 minutes
Technique Whipping
Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: October 01, 2024

Truly embodying the spirit of National Coffee Day, this recipe respects the ebbs and flow of life symbolized by coffee. From the energy-boosting aroma of caffeine in the morning, to indulgent after-dinner coffee desserts, coffee has always been our round-the-clock companion. Our featured recipe today is the 'Tiramisu Affogato Martini', an invigorating twist to the classic Italian dessert and after-dinner coffee. Its main ingredients are richly brewed espresso and creamy mascarpone cheese.

Ingredients (for 2)

Preparation

  1. Step 1 - 🧈πŸ₯„πŸš
    In a large bowl, whip together the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
  2. Step 2 - πŸΈβ˜•πŸͺ
    Fill two martini glasses halfway with the crushed, coffee-dipped ladyfingers.
  3. Step 3 - πŸ§€πŸ₯›πŸ”
    Pour the whipped mascarpone mix over the ladyfingers till the glass is 3/4ths full.
  4. Step 4 - β˜•πŸ₯ƒβ„️
    In a shaker, mix together the espresso, coffee liqueur and ice cubes. Shake well.
  5. Step 5 - β˜•πŸΈπŸ”
    Strain and pour the chilled espresso mix over the mascarpone layer in the martini glasses.
  6. Step 6 - 🍫πŸ₯„πŸ”
    Dust the top with a generous sprinkling of cocoa powder.
  7. Step 7 - πŸͺπŸΈπŸ˜‹
    Garnish each glass with a biscotti before serving immediately.

Additional

For a non-alcoholic version, skip the coffee liqueur. Finely chopped dark chocolate can also be added for an extra crunch and chocolatey flavor. This dessert is a fun, interactive way for kids to celebrate Coffee Day by helping out with the layering and dusting!