Caramba Cafe
Rich, creamy, and irresistibly spiced, the Caramba Café is a bold twist on your classic coffee indulgence. This luscious recipe combines robust brewed coffee with a luxurious blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a velvety texture that'll warm your soul. A hint of ground cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract bring a delightful depth of flavor, while the optional whipped cream and garnishes like chocolate shavings create the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this decadent coffee drink is an ideal treat for cozy mornings, elegant brunches, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Whether you're a coffee lover seeking a new favorite or simply craving a café-style upgrade, the Caramba Café is sure to leave you enchanted. Serve it warm, share it with someone special, and savor the magic in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups strong brewed coffee
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- optional for topping whipped cream
- optional garnish ground cinnamon or chocolate shavings
Instructions
Brew 1.5 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method (drip, French press, or espresso). Set aside and keep warm.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Stir the milk mixture constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the ingredients are well combined. Do not boil—lower the heat if necessary.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Divide the brewed coffee evenly between two mugs.
Pour the warm milk mixture into the mugs over the coffee. Stir gently to combine.
Top with whipped cream, if desired, and garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or chocolate shavings for an extra touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Caramba Café!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 383 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
