Welcome to the world of Café Viennois, a delightful French twist on Viennese coffee. This elegant beverage originated in Parisian cafés, inspired by the rich coffee culture of Vienna. The French adaptation features a harmonious blend of strong, hot coffee and indulgent whipped cream, creating a luxurious drinking experience.
To craft the perfect Café Viennois, we start with a base of robust espresso or strongly brewed coffee. The key lies in using freshly roasted, medium-dark beans, ground just before brewing to preserve their complex flavors. The coffee is then topped with a generous dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream, which slowly melts into the hot coffee, creating a creamy, dreamy texture that's simply irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why Café Viennois will become your new favorite coffee indulgence:
- Luxurious Texture: The combination of hot coffee and cold whipped cream creates a delightful contrast in every sip.
- Customizable Sweetness: Adjust the sweetness to your liking by varying the amount of sugar in the whipped cream.
- Impressive Presentation: The layered appearance makes it a perfect drink for entertaining or treating yourself.
- Versatile: Enjoy it as a morning pick-me-up or an after-dinner dessert coffee.
Café Viennois
Equipment
- Coffee maker or espresso machine
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Large coffee cups or glasses
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480ml) strong brewed coffee or 4 shots of espresso
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew the coffee or espresso and set aside.
- In a cold mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract (if using).
- Whip the cream mixture until soft peaks form.
- Divide the hot coffee or espresso between two large coffee cups or glasses, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Gently spoon the whipped cream on top of the coffee, creating a thick layer.
- If desired, dust the top with cocoa powder or sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Café Viennois!
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