Einspanner (Espresso with Vanilla Whipped Cream)
Einspanner is an Austrian-style coffee that layers espresso beneath lightly sweetened whipped cream flavored with sugar and vanilla. The cream is whipped to about seventy percent, keeping it fluid enough to float and spread over the coffee; over-whipping causes it to clump and sink. Espresso is cooled slightly, poured over ice, then the cream is spooned on gently using the back of a spoon to create two distinct visual layers. A light dusting of cocoa powder bridges the bitter espresso and sweet cream with a hint of chocolate.
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Instructions
- 1
Combine heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla in a chilled bowl.
- 2
Whip to soft-flowing peaks, about 70% whipped.
- 3
Pull espresso shots and let them cool slightly.
- 4
Fill glasses with ice and pour in espresso.
- 5
Layer whipped cream gently over the coffee using the back of a spoon.
- 6
Dust lightly with cocoa powder and serve.
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