Description
A Mocha Almond Dacquoise is a luxurious French dessert made with almond meringue layers, coffee-flavored buttercream, and glazed almond slivers. The balance of nutty sweetness, rich coffee, and delicate meringue creates a treat that is both sophisticated and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons espresso powder
- 1/2 cup toasted almond slivers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar while whipping until the mixture is shiny and firm.
- Fold in the ground almonds into the meringue mixture.
- Spread the meringue mixture onto the parchment paper in a circle or rectangle shape, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden and crisp. Let the meringue cool completely on the baking sheet.
- For the buttercream, cream the butter in a separate bowl. Add powdered sugar and espresso powder and beat until smooth.
- Once the meringue has cooled, place it on a serving plate. Spread a layer of the coffee buttercream over it.
- Repeat layering the meringue and buttercream until all layers are assembled.
- Top the final layer with toasted almond slivers for a decorative and crunchy finish.
- Allow the dessert to set before serving, and enjoy this sophisticated and delicious treat!
Notes
- Ensure the meringue is whipped to stiff peaks for a light, airy texture.
- Use high-quality espresso powder for the best coffee flavor in the buttercream.
- Toast the almond slivers until golden to add a delightful crunch to the dessert.
- This dessert requires patience, but the end result is well worth it.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Mocha Almond Dacquoise, French pastry, almond meringue, coffee buttercream, gourmet dessert