Frozen Coffee Log

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 16
Frozen Coffee Log - a creamy and indulgent dessert perfect for coffee lovers
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

4-6 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
2 teaspoons boiling water
100 g dark chocolate
500 g cream cheese
1 cup caster sugar
600 ml thickened cream
250 g round plain sweet biscuits , such as Milk Arrowroot Biscuits
1/4 cup coffee-flavored liqueur
chocolate curls , to decorate

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
610
Sugar
36g
Fat
45g
The Frozen Coffee Log is a delicious dessert that is perfect for coffee lovers. It combines layers of coffee-soaked biscuits, cream cheese, melted chocolate, and cream to create a rich and indulgent treat. While it may not be the healthiest dessert, it's perfect for special occasions or as an occasional indulgence.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in 2 teaspoons of boiling water, then set aside.
2.Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
3.Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and caster sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually beat in the thickened cream until the mixture is thick and creamy.
4.Dip the biscuits briefly into the coffee-flavored liqueur and layer them over the base of a lined 23cm x 13cm loaf tin, using a serrated knife to trim the biscuits if needed to fit.
5.Pour one-third of the cream mixture over the biscuits then drizzle with half of the coffee mixture and a third of the melted chocolate. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of cream mixture. Use a knife to swirl the top layer of cream and the melted chocolate.
6.Freeze the coffee log for 4-6 hours or until solid.
7.When ready to serve, remove the tin from the freezer and rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing and serving, decorated with chocolate curls.

PROS

Creamy and indulgent, the Frozen Coffee Log is a delicious dessert that combines the flavors of coffee, chocolate, and cream cheese in a unique way.

It can be prepared in advance and kept in the freezer until ready to serve.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories, fat, and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also contains alcohol, which may not be suitable for all diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Frozen Coffee Log may not be particularly healthy, the coffee in this recipe has been linked to improving mental alertness and reducing the risk of developing certain diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
Dark chocolate is also high in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health when consumed in moderation.

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