Although often snubbed by coffee snobs, instant coffee is worth paying attention to. Well-crafted blends can pack in plenty of flavor and aroma and are great to have on hand for busy mornings. Instant coffee isn’t just for when you’re in a rush, either: This delicious, powdered blend is perfect for adding to smoothies, mixing into baked goods, whipping up a Dalgona coffee and so much more. And, in spite of what you may think, it’s made of real coffee – it just gets some extra processing post-brewing. Read on to learn more about how the two methods of making instant coffee and how they impact the final product.
Read MoreIf you’re looking to take your brownies up a notch, look no further than this recipe developed by Stacie of Sugarface Bakes featuring our espresso powder and a luxurious layer of melty, gooey peanut butter. We’re big fans of adding instant espresso to anything chocolate in order to amp up the rich flavor.
Read MoreThere are endless reasons to love this chocolate espresso banana bread, but we’ll give you just a few: it’s quick to make, fluffy, full of flavor, and will make your kitchen smell delicious while baking. Trust us - you’ll want to bake two loaves.
Read MoreAlthough traditional coffee cakes are usually something you enjoy on the side of coffee, rather than cakes flavored with it, this cake is the best of both worlds. Instant espresso powder, layered into both the batter and the streusel topping, adds delicious coffee flavor to this simple cake. Other flavors of warm cinnamon and vanilla, plus crunchy walnuts throughout, come together to make this the perfect companion to your favorite mid-morning beverage.
Read MoreScroll through Instagram, Pinterest, or Tik Tok, and you’re guaranteed to see Dalgona coffee. The frothy concoction hails from Korea, and consists of instant coffee, sugar, water, and milk, mixed together vigorously. What results is a fluffy coffee topping, dolloped over milk for a sweet summery drink. Of course, we tried whipping up a Dalgona coffee for ourselves. Read on to discover our tips for becoming a home barista and joining in on this coffee craze.
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