Butterscotch Brulee Moka Pot with Sea Salt
A rich coffee treat with creamy butterscotch and crunchy brûlée topping
January 6, 2025
Love butterscotch and coffee? This indulgent Butterscotch Brulee Moka Pot combines rich coffee with creamy butterscotch sauce and a crunchy caramelized sugar top. The hint of sea salt takes it from good to amazing!
This coffee drink is surprisingly easy to make at home. Using a dark roast coffee in your moka pot creates the perfect base for the sweet butterscotch. Add a sprinkle of sea salt and torch the top for that classic crème brûlée crack. Perfect for dessert or a special weekend treat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee drink! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Crunchy brûlée top adds an exciting texture contrast
- Perfect balance of sweet butterscotch and sea salt
- Restaurant-quality drink you can make at home
- Impressive presentation that's actually simple to create
Butterscotch Brulee Moka Pot with Sea Salt
A rich coffee treat with creamy butterscotch and crunchy brûlée topping
Coffee, Butterscotch, Brulee, Moka Pot, Sea Salt, Hot Coffee, Dessert Coffee, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Kitchen torch
- Small saucepan
- Heat-safe serving glasses
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons ground dark roast coffee
- 1 cup water
- 4 tablespoons butterscotch sauce
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for brûlée topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey (optional)
Instructions
- Brew coffee in moka pot according to manufacturer's instructions
- While coffee is brewing, warm butterscotch sauce and heavy cream in a small saucepan until combined
- Divide coffee-butterscotch mixture between two heat-safe glasses
- Add Irish whiskey if using
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sugar evenly over each drink
- Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until golden brown
- Let cool for 2 minutes until sugar hardens
- Finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt
Pro Tips
- Use a dark roast coffee for the best flavor contrast with the butterscotch
- Chill your butterscotch sauce slightly before adding to prevent curdling
- Let the brûlée topping cool completely before serving for the perfect crack
- Use flaky sea salt for the best texture and visual appeal
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 380mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 28g, Calcium: 75mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
