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Beyond the Mug: Coffee Recipes We Love

Updated June 24, 2009
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Coffee and Almond Milk Granita
Credit: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

Ahh... Coffee. There's nothing quite like sipping on a freshly brewed cup, but have you ever enjoyed coffee beyond the mug? This collection of caffeinated recipes--both savory and sweet--has us buzzing.

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Coffee-Drenched Ice Cream with Banana and Peanuts

Coffee-Drenched Ice Cream with Banana and Peanuts
Credit: Nigel Cox; Styling: Tiziana Agnello

Coffee-Drenched Ice Cream with Banana and Peanuts Recipe

This 5-ingredient dessert is so simple, you'll wonder why you hadn't thought of it before. Vanilla ice cream, bananas, and peanuts are literally drenched in steaming espresso, causing the ice cream to soften as you devour every last drop.

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Chocolate-Espresso Pots de Crème

Chocolate-Espresso Pots de Creme
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell

Chocolate-Espresso Pots de Crème Recipe

The secret's out: Everyone knows chocolate and coffee are having a love affair. Their flavors harmonize beautifully in these rich, creamy French custards. Serve them in sweet little teacups at your next dinner party, topped with edible flowers for an elegant touch.

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Espresso-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Pineapple Chimichurri

Espresso-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Pineapple Chimichurri
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Linda Hirst

Espresso-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Pineapple Chimichurri Recipe

Chili powder, espresso, dark brown sugar and spices form the rub for this tender skirt steak. Espresso plays up the smoky flavor of the grilled meat, while fresh Pineapple Chimichurri brings out its sweetness.

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Citrus-and-Spice Churros with Mocha Sauce

Citrus-and-Spice Churros with Mocha Sauce
Credit: Kate Mathis

Citrus-and-Spice Churros with Mocha Sauce Recipe

Churros are a definite crowd pleaser, especially when served with an espresso-spiked chocolate dipping sauce. This Top Chef take on the Spanish-style ridged doughnuts infuses them with bright citrus zest and warm spices.

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Coffee Baba au Rhum

Coffee Baba au Rhum
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Coffee Baba au Rhum Recipe

Coffee Baba au Rhum is our shortcut revival of the original sophisticated French confection. Coffee extract, finely ground coffee, and fresh brewed coffee provide the cake with a triple hit of that caffeinated flavor you crave. You'll earn "ooh la las" from your luncheon or teatime crowd when your serve this showstopping creation.

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Coffee and Brown Sugar Bacon

Coffee and Brown Sugar Bacon
Credit: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

Coffee and Brown Sugar Bacon Recipe

Everyone loves waking up to the smell of coffee and the smell of bacon, and the flavors are pretty awesome together too. Coat strips of bacon with molasses-y brown sugar and ground coffee, and you'll reach breakfast nirvana.

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Ultra Iced Coffee

Ultra Ice Coffee
Credit: Con Poulos

Ultra Iced Coffee Recipe

Iced coffee fans, this is for you. Flavors like cinnamon, mint and ginger give this icy concoction its character. Once it freezes, the granita is drenched in ice-cold coffee and milk, making this the ultimate iced coffee.

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Espresso Crinkles

Espresso Crinkles
Credit: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr, Jan Gautro

Espresso Crinkles Recipe

Espresso Crinkles may seem innocent enough, but these decadent cookies have a dark side. They go into the oven white as snow, but emerge revealing their delicious, fudgy interior. Practically irresistible.

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Coffee-Brined Chicken Drumsticks

Coffee-Brined Chicken Drumsticks

Coffee-Brined Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Chicken and coffee may seem like an unlikely pair, but a savory-sweet brine of coffee, brown sugar, cinnamon, and chili powder adds rich flavor to unsuspecting chicken drumsticks. This inexpensive, kid-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, with a bonus caffeine kick to tide you over 'til morning.

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Coffee-Chocolate Ice Cream

Coffee-Chocolate Ice Cream
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Amy Burke

Coffee-Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe

Homemade ice cream is truly indulgent, and worth every bit of extra effort. Instant espresso is added to the ice cream base for real coffee flavor, while flecks of shaved semisweet chocolate add extra richness throughout this creamy delight.

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Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Tamarind Sauce

Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Tamarind Sauce
Credit: Jody Horton

Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Tamarind Sauce Recipe

Beer and coffee don't sound like they would work together, yet in this recipe they do. The ribs are braised in lager, which yields a lot of flavor, but the real kicker is the barbecue sauce. A unique combination of orange juice, ketchup, strong-brewed coffee, sambal oelek, molasses and tamarind concentrate, this sauce is certainly eclectic, bold, and not easily forgotten.

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Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie

Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie Recipe

Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie is a chocolate-lover's dream. A crunchy cookie crust is filled with a decadent chocolate filling before being topped off with luscious, coffee-infused whipped cream and bittersweet chocolate curls.

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Espresso Shortbread Cookies

Espresso Shortbread Cookies
Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Espresso Shortbread Cookies Recipe

If you're a true coffee connoisseur or enjoy the savory taste of coffee with chocolate, you'll enjoy these buttery shortbread cookies. The recipe calls for two types of espresso beans--regular and chocolate-covered--for an extra hit of its bold flavor. These cookies would be equally delicious served with a frothy cappuccino or a steaming cup of strong coffee.

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Coffee-Braised Spoon Lamb

Coffee-Braised Spoon Lamb
Credit: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon

Coffee-Braised Spoon Lamb Recipe

Spoon lamb gets its name from the texture of the meat when it's finished cooking: so tender, you can cut it with a spoon. This long, slow cooking technique benefits leg of lamb, typically a tough cut, and the acidity of the coffee offsets the richness of the meat. The sauce made from the drippings begs for polenta or potatoes.

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Espresso Soy Milk Shake

Espresso Soy Milk Shake
Credit: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Espresso Soy Milk Shake Recipe

You'll enjoy this 4-ingredient dairy-free dessert for its taste, but also for its health benefits! Caffeine may help lower your risk of diabetes and Parkinson's disease and soy is said to increase heart and bone health.

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Coffee and Ancho Chile Skirt Steak with Green Chile-Apple Relish

Coffee and Ancho Chile Skirt Steak with Green Chile-Apple Relish
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Coffee and Ancho Chile Skirt Steak with Green Chile-Apple Relish Recipe

It's an unusual combination, but when coffee and chile mingle with meat, the flavor is extraordinary. The relish adds an exclamation point to the end of this wow-worthy main dish.

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Chocolate-Espresso Pound Cake Truffles

Chocolate-Espresso Pound Cake Truffles
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck

Chocolate-Espresso Pound Cake Truffles Recipe

Decadent flavors unite in Chocolate-Espresso Pound Cake Truffles. The truffles start with our Million Dollar Pound Cake, are mixed with espresso, Vanilla Buttercream Frosting and cocoa, and end as bite-size delights--perfect for special occasions and gift giving.

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Coffee-Rubbed Texas-Style Brisket

Coffee-Rubbed Texas-Style Brisket
Credit: Charles Masters; Styling: Alma Melendez

Coffee-Rubbed Texas-Style Brisket Recipe

This delicious Texas-style beef brisket features a coffee-based dry rub that adds deep, smoky flavor to the meat.

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Tiramisu Ice Cream Cake

Tiramisu Ice Cream Cake

Tiramisu Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Tiramisu is the quintessential coffee dessert, but have you ever tried it frozen? This chilly twist on the classic features ice cream instead of the typical mascarpone cream, but still touts the espresso-soaked flavor you love.

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Profiteroles with Coffee Whipped Cream

Profiteroles with Coffee Whipped Cream
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Sissy Lamerton

Profiteroles with Coffee Whipped Cream Recipe

These small cream puffs are surprisingly easy to make and look impressive on a dessert plate. Fill with coffee whipped cream and douse in hot fudge sauce for an over-the-top experience.

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Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork

Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork
Credit: John Kernick

Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork Recipe

Coffee-rubbed pork butt is slow roasted for 6 hours, and then glazed with a mixture of sorghum and apple cider vinegar. The results are outstanding and well worth the extra effort. Turn this pulled pork into sliders topped with barbecue sauce and your favorite spicy-sweet salsa.

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Coffee Sundaes with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel

Coffee Sundaes with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel
Credit: Peden & Munk; Styling: Amy Wilson

Coffee Sundaes with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel Recipe

Here's something to buzz about: Salted Peanut Butter Caramel. It's the sauce that tops these indulgent coffee ice cream sundaes, creating a salty-sweet combo that is truly amazing.

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Double Chocolate-Mocha Muffins

Double Chocolate-Mocha Muffins
Credit: David Prince; Styling: Linda Hirst

Double Chocolate-Mocha Muffins Recipe

These multitasking Double Chocolate-Mocha Muffins include your daily dose of chocolate, plus the added espresso leaves no need for a coffee run.

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Mocha Affogato with Vanilla Cream

Mocha Affogato with Vanilla Cream
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Mocha Affogato with Vanilla Cream Recipe

Affogato, meaning "drowned", is an Italian dessert that lives up to its name. It's essentially a scoop of ice cream drowned in espresso--so simple, so delicious. This recipe calls for chocolate ice cream, but you could use whatever flavor you like.

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Vanilla Bean-Espresso Crème Brûlée

Vanilla Bean-Espresso Crème Brûlée
Credit: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Linda Hirst

Vanilla Bean-Espresso Crème Brûlée Recipe

Try something creamy and sweet to satisfy your sweet tooth with this beautiful espresso dessert.

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Chicken-Fried Steak with Redeye Curry Gravy

Chicken-Fried Steak with Redeye Curry Gravy
Credit: Antonis Achilleos

Chicken-Fried Steak with Redeye Curry Gravy Recipe

Top Chef star Dale Talde serves his outstanding, crispy fried steak with a richly flavored gravy spiked with curry powder, coffee and Sriracha chile sauce.

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Coffee-Rubbed Skirt Steak

Coffee-Rubbed Skirt Steak
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Coffee-Rubbed Skirt Steak Recipe

If you don't have chicory coffee, regular ground coffee or espresso works just as well in this recipe. After grilling, slice the steak against the grain to ensure tender pieces of meat. Serve with your favorite fruit salsa and a squeeze of lime.

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Coffee Waffles

Coffee Waffles

Coffee Waffles Recipe

These waffles are packed with coffee flavor! Serve with syrup for breakfast, or add a scoop of ice cream and caramel sauce for a whimsical dessert.

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Mocha Pie with Coffee Whipped Cream

Mocha Pie with Coffee Whipped Cream
Credit: Chris Court; Styling: Carla Gonzalez-Hart

Mocha Pie with Coffee Whipped Cream Recipe

This pie comes together quickly and won't hog oven space as it chills and sets in the fridge (a great make-ahead option). You can use decaf instant coffee granules instead of regular, or leave them out entirely for a silky-smooth chocolate pie with vanilla topping.

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Smuggler's Coffee

Smuggler's Coffee
Credit: Fredrika Stjärne

Smuggler's Coffee Recipe

Who says coffee can't be a part of happy hour? This double rum coffee is deliciously flavored with cinnamon and orange zest. Top with sweetened whipped cream and grated Mexican chocolate for an ultra-luxe cocktail.

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Spice-Glazed Lamb Chops with Red Wine-Coffee Pan Sauce

Spice-Glazed Lamb Chops with Red Wine-Coffee Pan Sauce
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Spice-Glazed Lamb Chops with Red Wine-Coffee Pan Sauce Recipe

Ancho chile powder seasons these large lamb chops, which are topped with a savory pan sauce made with beef broth, red wine and coffee.

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Coffee and Almond Milk Granita

Coffee and Almond Milk Granita
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Coffee and Almond Milk Granita Recipe

We would describe this as a frozen dessert version of an almond latte--creamy and nutty. Four ingredients are all you need to prepare this icy treat.

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    3 of 32 Espresso-Rubbed Skirt Steak with Pineapple Chimichurri
    4 of 32 Citrus-and-Spice Churros with Mocha Sauce
    5 of 32 Coffee Baba au Rhum
    6 of 32 Coffee and Brown Sugar Bacon
    7 of 32 Ultra Iced Coffee
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    9 of 32 Coffee-Brined Chicken Drumsticks
    10 of 32 Coffee-Chocolate Ice Cream
    11 of 32 Beer-Braised Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Tamarind Sauce
    12 of 32 Mocha-Espresso Cream Pie
    13 of 32 Espresso Shortbread Cookies
    14 of 32 Coffee-Braised Spoon Lamb
    15 of 32 Espresso Soy Milk Shake
    16 of 32 Coffee and Ancho Chile Skirt Steak with Green Chile-Apple Relish
    17 of 32 Chocolate-Espresso Pound Cake Truffles
    18 of 32 Coffee-Rubbed Texas-Style Brisket
    19 of 32 Tiramisu Ice Cream Cake
    20 of 32 Profiteroles with Coffee Whipped Cream
    21 of 32 Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork
    22 of 32 Coffee Sundaes with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel
    23 of 32 Double Chocolate-Mocha Muffins
    24 of 32 Mocha Affogato with Vanilla Cream
    25 of 32 Vanilla Bean-Espresso Crème Brûlée
    26 of 32 Chicken-Fried Steak with Redeye Curry Gravy
    27 of 32 Coffee-Rubbed Skirt Steak
    28 of 32 Coffee Waffles
    29 of 32 Mocha Pie with Coffee Whipped Cream
    30 of 32 Smuggler's Coffee
    31 of 32 Spice-Glazed Lamb Chops with Red Wine-Coffee Pan Sauce
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