Italian Cuisine
Brioche with Mascarpone and Espresso Cream
This brioche is an exquisite dessert breakfast, inspired by the atmosphere of cozy Italian bars. An airy, lightly toasted buttery bun serves as the perfect contrast to a delicate mascarpone-based cream, which has a velvety texture and a deep, invigorating aroma of freshly brewed espresso. In this dish, the sweetness of the cheese meets the noble bitterness of coffee, creating a harmonious and balanced flavor. It is the perfect way to start a morning when you want something special, restaurant-quality, yet warm and cozy at home.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 30 min
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cooking
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- Italian Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 420 kcal
- Protein
- 7 g
- Fat
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 38 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Brew the espresso and let it cool completely
Brew the espresso and let it cool completely. Cold coffee ensures the cream won't become runny.
- 02
In a bowl, whip mascarpone with powdered sugar until smooth
In a bowl, whip mascarpone with powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually pour in the cooled espresso and whip on low speed.
- 03
Whip the cream separately until stiff peaks form, then gently…
Whip the cream separately until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the coffee mixture. Chill for 30 minutes to set.
- 04
Slice the brioche, warm it slightly in a dry pan, fill with c…
Slice the brioche, warm it slightly in a dry pan, fill with cream, and dust with cocoa powder.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
For a more pronounced coffee flavor, use dark roast espresso and cool it completely before mixing with the cream.
How to serve
Serve the brioche slightly warm, dusting with cocoa powder just before serving.
How to store
Store the cream separately from the brioche in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Note
The cream is best prepared in advance and chilled so it holds its shape.
