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Cocktail or Mocktail, The Espresso Mule Is Worth Toasting To

Whether you’re letting the drinks flow or trying to cut back, the espresso mule is a delicious and unexpected combination of flavors. Even better, it feels just as at home in the chillier months - thanks to the warm spiciness of ginger beer - as it does in the summer for its refreshing bubbles and citrus notes. This is one drink we’ll be toasting with all year long.

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This Espresso Almond Butter Green Smoothie Starts Your Mornings Off Right

If you’re one of the roughly 51 percent of Americans who will make the resolution to eat healthier in 2021, you’re in the right place. We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and this green smoothie packed with protein, healthy fats, and (of course) espresso gives you the long-lasting energy you need to get through the day.

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Share a Holiday Toast with an Espresso Martini

This holiday season, we’re raising a (martini) glass to the espresso martini. With just four ingredients in the traditional recipe, this classic cocktail is easy to shake (not stir) up. Plus, despite being a chilled drink, the deep flavors of espresso feel distinctly cozy, making this a delicious holiday-time choice.

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Get in the Holiday Spirit With Chocolate Espresso Crinkle Cookies

There are few things better than a cozy, oven-heated kitchen on a chilly day, especially when that kitchen is filled with the delicious scent of these chocolate espresso crinkle cookies baking away. Dawning a powdered sugar coat, these cookies look as though they’ve arrived from a winter wonderland – and the lightly crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside texture is pretty wonderful too. Plus, with espresso powder layered between two types of chocolate, these sweet delights deliver an impressive depth of flavor.

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Make Waking Up a Little Easier With a Dirty Chai Smoothie

On chilly winter mornings, the last thing you want to do is get out of your cozy bed. This dirty chai smoothie makes the mornings a little easier. Two heaping teaspoons of instant espresso powder give this blend a caffeinated kick while still packing in filling nutrients to keep you satisfied until lunch. And despite being a frosty breakfast, there’s something deliciously seasonal about this smoothie’s blend of warm spices. We promise it’ll be worth waking up for this one.

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Ready for Halloween? Try These Mocha Monster Cupcakes

This Halloween, skip the candy and go straight for these homemade cupcakes that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The addition of instant espresso to the chocolate base amps up the flavor and makes for a rich-yet-fluffy cake. Topped with a creamy coffee buttercream, these mocha cupcakes prove that sometimes it’s good to be bad.

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Coffee Is the Not-So-Secret Ingredient in This Warm Fall Chili

For chilly autumn evenings, there’s no better way to warm up than with a hearty bowl of chili. This year, take the classic to the next level with the addition of a special ingredient: coffee. Though it may be an unusual choice, coffee adds an earthy richness to the existing flavors and plays well with spices like cumin and cayenne pepper. Plus, it’s a flexible ingredient – while we typically reach for instant espresso powder, you can also add in brewed coffee, making this dish the perfect use for leftovers.

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Caffeine-Free? Try Out Whipped Dalgona Chocolate Milk

As we move into autumn, we’re eager to try a new, mellower take on Dalgona: whipped chocolate. This fresh twist on chocolate milk can be enjoyed hot or cold. Plus, thanks to its caffeine-free status, it can be sipped by kids and adults alike, making it the perfect after-school treat or movie night accompaniment.

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This Quick Homemade Coffee Pudding Is the Perfect No-Fuss Dessert

If you’re looking for the perfect, prep-in-advance dessert, look no further than this homemade coffee pudding. Light and creamy, this sweet dessert is the perfect way to finish off a meal. To make it even more appetizing, the pudding can be prepped up to two days in advance – you’ll need a minimum of two hours to let it chill – and only calls for seven ingredients that you probably already have around the kitchen.

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Start the Morning Off Right with Pumpkin Spice Latte Pancakes

Whether you’re a pumpkin spice fiend or just want to put a spin on your favorite breakfast, these pumpkin spice latte pancakes are for you. Classic autumnal flavors like pumpkin and cinnamon warm up a traditional pancake batter, and a sprinkling of instant espresso powder makes these taste distinctly like fall’s most popular latte. With a particularly light and fluffy batter, this recipe will particularly appeal to those that like thicker, melt-in your-mouth pancakes, and with no extra whipping required, we think that’s a great offer. Read on for all the deliciously pumpkin-y details.

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Upgrade Your Classic Brownies with Peanut Butter and Espresso

If you’re looking to take your brownies up a notch, look no further than this recipe developed by Stacie of Sugarface Bakes featuring our espresso powder and a luxurious layer of melty, gooey peanut butter. We’re big fans of adding instant espresso to anything chocolate in order to amp up the rich flavor.

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Snack Time! Enjoy a Mid-Morning Slice of Walnut Espresso Coffee Cake

Although traditional coffee cakes are usually something you enjoy on the side of coffee, rather than cakes flavored with it, this cake is the best of both worlds. Instant espresso powder, layered into both the batter and the streusel topping, adds delicious coffee flavor to this simple cake. Other flavors of warm cinnamon and vanilla, plus crunchy walnuts throughout, come together to make this the perfect companion to your favorite mid-morning beverage.

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Honey Pineapple Bourbon Ice Cream

If you’re looking for the perfect summer dessert, look no further. This deliciously creamy, perfectly sweet, and just a little boozy ice cream is here to save the day. Bourbon and pineapple come together with our granulated honey crystals for a rich, layered flavor. Plus, just like our classic coffee ice cream, this recipe doesn’t require an ice cream maker - you’ll just need a hand whisk to whip up the perfect texture!

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Chocolate Espresso Brownies Are Your New Go-To Dessert

When it comes to brownies, chocolate is certainly the star, but coffee is the unsung hero. The addition of instant espresso creates a delicious depth of flavor, adding layers of bright acidity that temper the warm bitterness of the chocolate for an eat-the-whole-pan level of deliciousness. Of course, we’ve written up our favorite espresso brownie recipe for you to try at home – but beware, you’re going to want to bake a second batch.

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Scoop Up Some Homemade Coffee Ice Cream for Summer

When it comes to summer treats, nothing is quite as refreshing as a big scoop of ice cream. It’s no surprise that July is in fact National Ice Cream Month, and we’ve decided to beat the heat with a coffee twist on this homemade dessert. Instant espresso powder lends plenty of delicious flavor to the mix, and with just three ingredients (plus toppings!) this is an easy and delicious way to celebrate our new favorite month.

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Introducing the Refreshing and Sparkling Espresso Tonic

Bubbly and citrusy, our new go-to summer drink Espresso Tonic is like fireworks for your taste buds. Also known as Espresso Fizz, this blend of tonic water and espresso is light, bubbly, and, thanks to a squeeze of lime or orange, deliciously tangy. Even better, the fizzing drink takes only three ingredients and can be whipped up with minimal effort. If summer had a favorite drink, we think this would be it – read on to learn how to make one for yourself at home.

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