Einspänner (Viennese Coffee with Whipped Cream)
A recipe for Einspänner (Viennese Coffee with Whipped Cream)! This decadent drink pairs a double shot of espresso with a thick layer of freshly whipped cream.
Servings 1 Serving
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) heavy cream cold
- powdered sugar or vanilla sugar about 1 teaspoon or to taste, optional
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) hot espresso or strongly brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) hot water optional, plus more for rinsing the glass
- Chocolate shaving or cocoa powder for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Place the cold heavy cream and optionally the sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk or a bowl with a hand mixer.
- Beat the cream until the texture is very slightly stiffer than soft peaks, just enough to lightly hold its shape when piped.
- Pour hot water into a heat-safe glass mug. Once the mug is warmed, pour the water back out. This will keep the coffee hot longer.
- Pour the hot espresso into the warm mug. If desired, add the 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) hot water and stir to combine.
- Either transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag with a large star tip to pipe or gently pour the cream over the back of a spoon held just above the coffee to form a thick layer on top.
- If desired, sprinkle with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder and serve immediately.