Chocolate Rum Espresso Whipped Cream
Elevate your desserts with the luxurious allure of Chocolate Rum Espresso Whipped Cream—a decadent topping that combines velvety dark chocolate, bold espresso, and a sultry hint of rum. This whipped cream recipe features the perfect balance of sweetness and sophistication, with a base of fluffy, cloud-like whipped heavy cream blended with rich ingredients like finely melted chocolate and fragrant vanilla extract. The subtle kick of dark or spiced rum adds warmth, while instant espresso powder delivers a touch of bitterness to enhance the chocolate’s depth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this indulgent topping pairs beautifully with cakes, pies, hot cocoa, or fresh fruit, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make, gourmet-worthy treat that’s as dazzling as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 ounces Dark chocolate (finely chopped or grated)
- 1 teaspoon Instant espresso powder
- 1 tablespoon Rum (dark or spiced)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the heavy cream until it begins to steam, but do not let it boil.
Add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the warm cream and whisk until fully melted and smooth. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Stir in the instant espresso powder and whisk until dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before proceeding.
Once cooled, transfer the chocolate mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the rum, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
Using an electric hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the mixture on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip, as the cream may turn grainy.
Taste the whipped cream and adjust sweetness or rum amount if desired by gently folding in additional powdered sugar or rum.
Transfer the whipped cream to a serving dish or pipe it onto your dessert. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving. If refrigerated, give the whipped cream a gentle whisk before use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 97.6 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.8 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 362 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.
