Salted Butterscotch Espresso with Toasted Macadamia Cream

A luxurious coffee treat with rich butterscotch and creamy macadamia goodness

Love butterscotch and coffee? This cozy drink combines rich espresso with homemade butterscotch sauce and a silky macadamia cream that'll make your taste buds dance. The touch of sea salt adds that perfect flavor balance you've been craving!

This cafe-style drink is surprisingly easy to make at home. Using dark roast espresso as your base, the butterscotch sauce melts right in, while the toasted macadamia cream adds a nutty, smooth finish. Perfect for weekend mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your ordinary coffee drink! Here's why you'll fall in love:

Rich homemade butterscotch adds a caramel-like sweetness
Toasted macadamia cream brings unique nutty flavor
Perfect balance of sweet, salty, and coffee notes
Restaurant-quality drink made easily at home

Salted Butterscotch Espresso with Toasted Macadamia Cream

A luxurious coffee treat with rich butterscotch and creamy macadamia goodness

Coffee, Espresso, Butterscotch, Macadamia, Hot Coffee, Specialty Coffee, Dessert Coffee

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Equipment

Espresso machine
Blender
Small saucepan
Measuring cups and spoons
Coffee cups

Ingredients

4 shots espresso (2 oz each)
1/2 cup raw macadamia nuts
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Toast macadamia nuts in a dry pan until golden brown, about 5 minutes
Blend toasted macadamias with heavy cream until smooth and creamy
Make butterscotch sauce: Melt butter and brown sugar in a pan, add water and salt, simmer until thickened
Pull espresso shots into warmed cups
Add 2 tablespoons butterscotch sauce to each cup
Top with macadamia cream and a pinch of sea salt
Stir gently before serving

Pro Tips

Toast the macadamias until golden brown to enhance their flavor
Use freshly pulled espresso shots for the best taste
Make the butterscotch sauce ahead and store in the fridge
Warm your cups before serving for the optimal drinking temperature

Calories: 385kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 31g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 16g, Cholesterol: 52mg, Sodium: 380mg, Potassium: 210mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 65mg, Iron: 1mg

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