Espresso con Miele with Toasted Pine Nuts and Orange Zest
A cozy espresso sweetened with honey, topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh orange zest
January 26, 2025
Love the rich taste of espresso but looking for something special? This Italian-inspired drink combines the boldness of espresso with sweet honey, topped with toasted pine nuts and bright orange zest for an amazing flavor combo!
It's super simple to make at home with just a few ingredients. The dark roast espresso creates a perfect base for local honey, while the pine nuts add a nutty crunch and the orange zest brings a fresh citrus pop. Perfect for a fancy morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary espresso drink! Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of bitter espresso and sweet honey
- Unique texture from the crunchy pine nuts
- Fresh citrus twist from the orange zest
- Simple to make with just a few ingredients
Espresso con Miele with Toasted Pine Nuts and Orange Zest
A cozy espresso sweetened with honey, topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh orange zest
Espresso, Honey Coffee, Pine Nuts, Orange Zest, Italian Coffee, Hot Coffee, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Small frying pan
- Microplane or zester
- Demitasse cup
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 oz (60ml) freshly brewed espresso
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Toast pine nuts in a small dry pan over medium heat until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Pull a double shot of espresso (2 oz) into a small cup or demitasse.
- While espresso is still hot, stir in honey until completely dissolved.
- Top with toasted pine nuts.
- Finish with fresh orange zest and a tiny pinch of sea salt if desired.
Pro Tips
- Toast pine nuts until just golden - they can burn quickly!
- Use fresh orange zest, not dried, for the best aroma
- Choose a dark roast espresso to stand up to the honey's sweetness
- Warm your honey slightly to help it blend better with the hot espresso
Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 92mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 17g, Calcium: 14mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT2M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT7M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
