Coppa Al Caffe (Italian Coffee Parfait)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Coppa Al Caffe (Italian Coffee Parfait) is a simple, yet delicious dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 egg yolks
	1/4 cup sugar
	4 tablespoons coffee liqueur ( such as Kahlua or Tia Maria )
	1 lb mascarpone cheese
	2 teaspoons instant coffee powder ( can use instant espresso powder if you prefer )
	1 cup chocolate syrup ( Hershey 's Special Dark sauce would probably be nice here )
	dark chocolate , grated ( for garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

578

Sugar

41g

Fat

44g

Coppa Al Caffe, also known as Italian Coffee Parfait, is a classic Italian dessert often served in restaurants and cafes. It is a simple and elegant dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee, chocolate, and mascarpone cheese. This dessert is perfect for entertaining, as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. It is sure to impress your guests with its delicious flavor and beautiful presentation.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar until light and frothy.
2.	Add the coffee liqueur and continue to beat.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
4.	Fold the cheese into the egg mixture, mixing well.
5.	In a separate bowl, dissolve the coffee powder in a small amount of hot water and add to the cheese mixture.
6.	In individual glasses, layer the chocolate syrup and cheese mixture until all glasses are filled.
7.	Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
8.	Before serving, garnish with grated dark chocolate.

PROS

Coppa Al Caffe is an easy and delicious dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

It has a rich and creamy flavor that pairs perfectly with the coffee and chocolate notes.

CONS

This dessert is relatively high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coppa Al Caffe contains protein and calcium from the mascarpone cheese, which are essential for building strong bones and muscles.
In addition, coffee has been linked to several health benefits, such as improving cognitive function and reducing the risk of certain diseases.