Espresso powder

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Other Names:espresso crystals, instant espresso powder, expresso (common misspelling)

What is Espresso powder

Espresso powder (or crystals) is brewed espresso which has been dehydrated -- an "instant" version of espresso. In addition to using as a beverage, the powder is an excellent addition to any dessert that uses chocolate.

The espresso powder compliments and brings out the chocolate flavor. Our favorite pot de creme recipe uses instant espresso powder. It is also used in cakes, brownies, pies and other desserts.

Where To Find Espresso Powder

A few years ago this was a very hard to find ingredient and we used to sell mountains of it for a few years but that has changed. Look for this ingredient at any well stocked grocery store or it is easily found online via KingArthurFlour.com on Amazon.com: Espresso Powder

Substitute for Espresso powder

If you don't have espresso powder you can make an accpetable substitute by using freshly brewed espresso, double strength then adjust the liquid in your recipe.

Equivalents

1 teaspoon espresso powder = makes 1, 3 oz cup of espresso

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Nutrition Information For Espresso powder

Serving Size

1 tsp

Calories

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 0mg

Potassium

35g

Total Carbohydrate 0g

Dietary Fiber 0g

Sugars 0g

Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Espresso powder Recipes

Chambord Chocolate Espresso Pots de Creme
Recipe for Chambord pots de creme. Chambord is a raspberry liqueur. In addition to being a good liqueur for drinking it is also an excellent cooking ingredient.
Petits Pots de Creme au Cafe
Petits Pots de Creme au Cafe recipe is made with strong coffee, espresso powder, kahlua, eggs and sugar and milk or half and half. You can prepare these in little ramekins (custard cups) or in pot de creme cups if you have them.
Chocolate Mocha Hazelnut Icebox Cake
This rich chilly dessert is made with only 6 ingredients! As pretty as it is tasty Chocolate Hazelnut Icebox Cake is perfect for summer patio dinning. Needs to chill overnight. Serves 8-10.
Mexican Chocolate Pots de Creme
Mexican Chocolate Pots de Creme recipe by Gourmetsleuth. I came up with a different pot de creme that would incorporate a little heat from chiles along with spicy Mexican Chocolate rather than the standard bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate.
Chocolate Espresso Soy Pot de Creme
This recipe for Chocolate Espresso Soy Dreams is a pot de creme recipe which uses silken tofu instead of eggs or cream. For best results use good quality tofu and chocolate. Vegan, no dairy. These are excellent.