Description
Creamy No-Bake Coffee Caramel is a luscious dessert blending bold coffee flavor with sweet, silky caramel. This no-oven recipe offers a smooth, velvety treat with minimal effort—perfect for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts looking for an indulgent, quick-to-make delight that sets in the fridge for a creamy texture and sophisticated taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee or espresso powder
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee-Caramel Base: In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar and butter over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture melts and bubbles to a simmer, creating a rich caramel flavor base.
- Blend in the Coffee and Condensed Milk: Immediately whisk in the instant coffee or espresso powder until fully dissolved. Gradually pour in the sweetened condensed milk while stirring gently to combine creamy sweetness with the coffee flavor.
- Incorporate Heavy Cream and Flavorings: Slowly add the heavy cream while stirring continuously to integrate smoothly. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to deepen and balance the flavors, enhancing aroma and complexity.
- Cool and Set the Caramel: Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the mixture into your preferred serving dish or ramekins. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until firm with a creamy, spoonable consistency.
Notes
- Use quality instant coffee or espresso powder for the best flavor.
- Stir continuously during heating to prevent burning.
- Adjust the sugar amount according to your sweetness preference.
- Lightly grease serving dishes for easier removal if desired.
- Chill the dessert properly to achieve ideal texture and flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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