Caramelized Fig and Mascarpone Pour Over
A luxurious pour-over coffee with sweet caramelized figs and creamy mascarpone
April 19, 2025
Love fancy coffee shop drinks? This Caramelized Fig and Mascarpone Pour Over combines rich coffee with honey-sweet figs and silky Italian mascarpone for a café-worthy experience at home.
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that perfectly complements the caramelized figs' sweetness. The mascarpone adds a luxurious creamy touch that makes this drink perfect for weekend brunches or special afternoon treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This elegant coffee creation will become your new favorite treat!
- Perfect balance of sweet and creamy
- Restaurant-quality drink at home
- Seasonal ingredients make it extra special
- Customizable sweetness level
Caramelized Fig and Mascarpone Pour Over
A luxurious pour-over coffee with sweet caramelized figs and creamy mascarpone
Pour Over Coffee, Caramelized Figs, Mascarpone Coffee, Italian Coffee, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Coffee filter
- Coffee grinder
- Small non-stick pan
- Kettle
- Scale
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
- 4 fresh figs, halved
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 40g medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 500ml hot water (205°F)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat
- Drizzle honey over fig halves and place cut-side down in the pan
- Cook figs for 3-4 minutes until caramelized
- Grind coffee beans to medium-coarse consistency
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water
- Add ground coffee and begin pour-over process with hot water
- In each serving cup, place 2 tablespoons mascarpone
- Pour hot coffee over mascarpone
- Top with caramelized figs and a tiny pinch of sea salt
Pro Tips
- Use ripe but firm figs for the best caramelization
- Warm the mascarpone slightly before adding to prevent curdling
- Fresh-ground coffee beans will give the best flavor
- Let coffee cool slightly before adding mascarpone to prevent separation
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 285mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT8M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT18M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
