Lavender Honey Espresso with Whipped Mascarpone
A dreamy coffee treat with sweet honey and calming lavender topped with creamy mascarpone
May 20, 2025
Love fancy coffee shop drinks? This Lavender Honey Espresso combines rich espresso with floral lavender and sweet honey, all topped with a cloud of whipped mascarpone. It's like having a coffee garden party in your cup!
This cafe-worthy drink is surprisingly easy to make at home. Start with a bold dark roast espresso, add homemade lavender-infused honey syrup, and top it with silky mascarpone whipped cream. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This elegant coffee drink brings the coffee shop experience home! Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of floral, sweet, and coffee flavors
- Easy to customize the sweetness level
- Impressive presentation with minimal effort
- Uses simple ingredients you can find anywhere
Lavender Honey Espresso with Whipped Mascarpone
A dreamy coffee treat with sweet honey and calming lavender topped with creamy mascarpone
Lavender Coffee, Honey Espresso, Mascarpone Coffee, Hot Coffee, Specialty Coffee, Coffee Shop Drinks
Equipment
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Small mixing bowl
- Coffee cup
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (2 oz)
- 2 tablespoons lavender honey syrup
- 4 oz mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Dried lavender buds for garnish
Instructions
- Combine mascarpone, heavy cream, and vanilla in a bowl. Whip until soft peaks form
- Brew espresso shots using your preferred method
- Add lavender honey syrup to the hot espresso and stir well
- Top with whipped mascarpone cream
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with dried lavender buds
- Serve immediately while hot
Pro Tips
- Use culinary lavender buds for the best flavor - avoid lavender meant for fragrance
- Make the lavender honey syrup ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
- Chill your mascarpone before whipping for the best texture
- Use freshly ground espresso beans for the richest flavor
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Cholesterol: 65mg, Sodium: 25mg, Potassium: 95mg, Sugar: 16g, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
