Cafe Liegeois

Indulge in the luxurious French-inspired delight of Café Liégeois, a dessert-meets-beverage treat that’s perfect for coffee lovers. This elegant creation combines chilled, robust coffee with creamy scoops of velvety vanilla ice cream, all crowned with a cloud of freshly whipped cream sweetened with powdered sugar. Topped with a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate or a dash of instant coffee granules, this easy yet sophisticated recipe delivers a harmonious blend of bold coffee flavor and creamy decadence in just 15 minutes. Ideal for special occasions or a chic afternoon pick-me-up, Café Liégeois is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it in tall glasses with a spoon and straw to savor every luscious layer of this coffee-kissed indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 240 ml Strong brewed coffee (chilled)
• 200 grams Vanilla ice cream
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 10 grams Powdered sugar
• 10 grams Dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tsp Instant coffee granules (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Brew a pot of strong coffee and set aside to cool completely. Alternatively, you can use refrigerated coffee or cold brew for convenience.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine heavy cream and powdered sugar. Whip the cream until it reaches stiff peaks. Cover and store in the fridge until ready to use.

Step 3

Choose two tall dessert glasses or coffee cups. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to the bottom of each glass.

Step 4

Pour 120 ml of chilled coffee over the ice cream in each glass.

Step 5

Top off each serving with a generous dollop of the whipped cream, creating an appealing layer.

Step 6

For garnish, finely grate the dark chocolate and sprinkle over the whipped cream. Alternatively, sprinkle a pinch of instant coffee granules for added aroma and visual appeal.

Step 7

Serve immediately with a spoon and straw for ultimate enjoyment. Stir slightly for a delightful mix of coffee and cream flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(585.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	892.9

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 204mg	0%
Sodium 193.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.8g
Protein 7.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.7mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 581.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 30.5%