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Hazelnut Macchiato Fudge

An indulgent coffee treat that transforms your kitchen into a dessert café. Rich espresso meets creamy hazelnut-infused milk and a decadent chocolate fudge drizzle, creating layers of flavor reminiscent of your favorite confection. The 'marked' milk foam characteristic of a macchiato adds the perfect finishing touch.

15 min
1 serving
Moka Pot
Hazelnut Macchiato Fudge

Instructions

Brewing Steps

  1. Brew the coffee using your moka pot with 20g medium-fine ground coffee and 150ml water
  2. Make the fudge drizzle by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream in microwave for 30 seconds, stir until smooth
  3. Prepare hazelnut milk by warming milk in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in hazelnut syrup and brown sugar
  4. Create foam by whisking the warm milk vigorously or using a milk frother until light and frothy
  5. Assemble the drink by drizzling fudge sauce around the inside of your mug
  6. Pour the coffee into the prepared mug
  7. Add the milk gently, holding back the foam with a spoon
  8. Top with foam and garnish with chopped hazelnuts and extra fudge drizzle

Pro Tips

Pro Tips

  • Toast your own hazelnuts for 5 minutes at 350°F for extra flavor depth
  • Make fudge sauce ahead and store in fridge - reheat gently before use
  • Use a French press to froth milk if you don't have a frother
  • Swirl the mug gently to mix the fudge with coffee for varying sweetness
  • Try sugar-free hazelnut syrup for a lighter version

Recipe Details

Coffee Amount:20g
Water Amount:150ml
Grind Size:Medium-Fine
Water Temp:200°F
Prep Time:10 min

Ingredients

  • medium roast coffee beans - 20g
  • whole milk - 120ml
  • hazelnut syrup - 1 tablespoon
  • dark chocolate chips - 2 tablespoons
  • heavy cream - 1 tablespoon
  • chopped hazelnuts - 1 teaspoon
  • brown sugar - 1/2 teaspoon

Equipment Needed

  • moka pot
  • coffee grinder
  • small saucepan
  • whisk or milk frother
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • large coffee mug