This Coffee & Cocoa Bean Cooler is the ultimate refreshing treat, blending deep espresso notes with rich unsweetened cocoa. The drink base is simmered to extract maximum flavor, then strained and chilled for a smooth, clean taste. Topped with a cloud of sweetened whipped cream and a splash of dark rum (optional), it offers a luxurious texture that balances bold bitterness with creamy sweetness. Ideal for brunches, summer gatherings, or as a decadent afternoon pick-me-up, this beverage turns simple pantry staples into a café-quality experience. Serve over crushed ice for the best effect.
Coffee & Cocoa Bean Cooler
Description
This Coffee & Cocoa Bean Cooler is the ultimate refreshing treat, blending deep espresso notes with rich unsweetened cocoa. The drink base is simmered to extract maximum flavor, then strained and chilled for a smooth, clean taste. Topped with a cloud of sweetened whipped cream and a splash of dark rum (optional), it offers a luxurious texture that balances bold bitterness with creamy sweetness. Ideal for brunches, summer gatherings, or as a decadent afternoon pick-me-up, this beverage turns simple pantry staples into a caf&# 195;©-quality experience. Serve over crushed ice for the best effect.Ingredients
Directions
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Coarsely crush the espresso coffee beans using a rolling pin or mortar and pestle.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the crushed coffee beans, unsweetened cocoa powder, and 3 cups of water.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until fully dissolved.
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Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a metal bowl set in an ice bath to cool quickly.
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Discard the solid coffee beans and cocoa residue.
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Refrigerate the coffee-cocoa mixture until well chilled, at least 2 hours.
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In a chilled mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
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Transfer the whipped cream to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip and refrigerate.
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If desired, stir the dark rum into the chilled coffee mixture.
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Divide the coffee mixture in half.
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Blend half of the coffee mixture with 3/4 cup of crushed ice on high speed for 30 seconds.
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Pour the blended mixture into four tall glasses.
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Repeat the blending process with the remaining coffee mixture and ice.
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Pipe a large rosette of whipped cream onto each glass.
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Garnish with chocolate shavings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 21.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.1g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.4g2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 1.8g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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