Tiramisu Latte Recipe
This Tiramisu Latte recipe combines rich espresso, creamy mascarpone foam, and bittersweet dark chocolate for an indulgent coffee experience inspired by the classic Italian dessert. It features a luscious mascarpone cold foam topping dusted with cocoa powder, with optional savoiardi cookies to complete the tiramisu flavor profile. Perfect for a sophisticated yet comforting beverage that can be served hot or iced.
- Author: luca
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Chocolate Coffee Base
- 40g dark chocolate (about 64% cocoa)
- 60g espresso
- 5g cocoa powder (100% cocoa)
- 20g powdered sugar
Mascarpone Cold Foam
- 30g mascarpone
- 45g whipped cream (35% fat; half-fat 25% can be used but will take longer to whip)
- 6g powdered sugar
- 1/2 vanilla pod or 1 tsp vanilla paste
- 10g milk
Drink Assembly
- 300ml milk (e.g. unsweetened barista-style potato milk)
- 1–2 freshly brewed espresso shots
- 30g chocolate coffee syrup
- Cocoa powder for dusting
- Savoiardi cookie (optional)
- Prepare Chocolate Coffee Base: In a small jug, add finely chopped dark chocolate, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and pour in the hot espresso. Let sit for 1 minute to let chocolate melt completely.
- Mix Ingredients: Whisk the chocolate and espresso mixture with a small hand whisk or frother until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- Add Syrup to Glass: Pour about 30g of chocolate coffee syrup into your serving glass. Adjust amount for personal preference or glass size.
- Store Extra Syrup: Keep any leftover syrup refrigerated for up to 5 days for future use.
- Make Mascarpone Cold Foam: In a small jug, combine mascarpone, whipped cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk.
- Whip Cold Foam: Use a hand frother to whisk the mixture until very soft peaks form. Avoid over-whipping to maintain creamy texture.
- Chill Cold Foam: Refrigerate the mascarpone foam until ready to serve. Use soon after preparation to keep stability and texture.
- Combine Milk and Syrup: Pour milk into the glass over the syrup and whisk with a hand frother until evenly mixed. For iced option, add ice cubes now.
- Add Espresso Shots: Pour 1 to 2 freshly brewed espresso shots into the glass on top of the milk mixture.
- Top with Cold Foam: Spoon the mascarpone cold foam over the top of the drink evenly.
- Garnish: Lightly dust the foam with cocoa powder. Optionally, add a savoiardi cookie on the side.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your tiramisu latte fresh for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Use high quality dark chocolate for the best rich flavor.
- Adjust sugar levels to taste by modifying the powdered sugar quantities.
- For a dairy-free option, choose plant-based milk and whipped cream alternatives.
- The cold foam is best consumed fresh and should not be made hours in advance.
- Adding ice cubes transforms this into a refreshing iced tiramisu latte.
- The leftover chocolate coffee syrup can be refrigerated up to 5 days for convenience.
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