Description
Rich and complex spiced dark chocolate orange coffee blends Mexican chocolate traditions with aromatic espresso notes. Warming cinnamon, orange zest, and deep cocoa create an indulgent brew you’ll savor with each luxurious sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots espresso
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) orange infused milk
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) spiced dark chocolate ganache
- 1 dehydrated orange slice
Instructions
- Milk Infusion: Warm whole milk in a saucepan, incorporating freshly grated orange zest. Allow the mixture to steep, permitting the citrus essence to permeate the liquid for optimal flavor development.
- Milk Preparation: Strain the infused milk through a fine-mesh sieve, removing zest. Chill the milk thoroughly in the refrigerator until ready for use.
- Chocolate Ganache Creation: Melt high-quality dark chocolate in a heat-resistant bowl, sprinkling ground chipotle powder for a nuanced smoky undertone. Heat heavy cream with additional orange zest, then carefully pour over the chocolate. Rest briefly, then whisk until achieving a silky, uniform ganache.
- Espresso Integration: Brew a robust espresso shot directly into a serving mug. Incorporate the spiced chocolate ganache, stirring until completely harmonized.
- Final Assembly: Gently rewarm the chilled orange-infused milk and cascade it over the chocolate espresso foundation, creating a layered sensory experience. Utilize a milk frother to generate a delicate, ethereal foam topping.
- Presentation: Embellish with a dehydrated orange slice or a subtle fresh orange zest twist. Serve immediately to capture the intricate flavor profile and aromatic complexity.
Notes
- Zest Steeping Secret: Letting orange zest steep in milk for 30 minutes develops a deeper, more nuanced citrus flavor that elevates the entire drink’s complexity.
- Chocolate Melting Mastery: Always use low, gentle heat when combining cream and chocolate to prevent burning and ensure a perfectly smooth ganache.
- Temperature Control Technique: Chilling and then gently rewarming the orange-infused milk prevents flavor loss and maintains the delicate citrus essence.
- Spice Balance Wisdom: A tiny sprinkle of ground chipotle transforms the chocolate’s richness, adding a sophisticated smoky undertone without overwhelming the drink’s delicate flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg