Tiny Coffee Pistachio Treats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Nutty Foundation
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100g softened unsalted butter
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75g peeled pistachios
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150g graham crackers
→ Java Cheese Blend
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2 tablespoons Whittard Guatemala Elephant Coffee grounds
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400g refrigerated full-fat cream cheese
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150g powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
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250ml heavy cream
→ Rich Cocoa Finish
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75g premium dark chocolate
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120ml heavy cream
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25g rough-cut pistachios for topping
# Instructions:
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First, melt your butter in the microwave until fully liquid, about 30-60 seconds. Let it cool down a bit. Meanwhile, grind pistachios and graham crackers into fine crumbs using your food processor. Stir everything together until it's evenly wet.
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Spread the mixture across a 12-hole mini cake tin with removable bottoms. No greasing needed. Take a small container or cup to press down firmly, making each base solid. Stick them in the fridge while working on the next part.
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Pour 200ml hot water over your coffee grounds in a French press. Wait 5 minutes before pushing down the plunger and cooling the liquid. Don't worry if you lack a French press – just strain through a fine mesh after steeping.
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Mix cold cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and 4 tablespoons of your cooled coffee with light strokes – don't mix too much! In another bowl, beat the heavy cream until it stands in stiff peaks (takes about 4-5 minutes). Carefully fold cream into your coffee-cheese mixture.
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Spoon coffee mixture onto each cold base, making the tops smooth. Let them sit in the fridge at least 4 hours, but overnight works better.
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Chop dark chocolate finely and put it in a bowl with cream. Warm in microwave for a minute, then stir until silky smooth. Add a bit more cream if it seems too thick.
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Gently pop cheesecakes from their tins, smoothing edges with a frosting knife if needed. Drizzle chocolate over each one, letting it run down the sides. Top with chopped pistachios as the final touch.
# Notes:
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These fancy mini treats will wow guests at any party or family gathering
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The Guatemala Elephant Coffee brings amazing hints of cocoa and orange zest
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You can make them a day early and keep them chilled overnight