Roasted White Chocolate Espresso with Pine Smoke
A cozy coffee treat with creamy white chocolate and smoky pine essence
May 12, 2025
Looking for a coffee experience that's totally different? This Roasted White Chocolate Espresso with Pine Smoke combines smooth espresso with caramelized white chocolate and a gentle whisper of pine smoke - it's like drinking coffee in a magical forest!
This unique drink is surprisingly simple to make at home. Start with a dark roast espresso, add house-roasted white chocolate, and finish with a touch of pine smoke. The combination creates a perfectly balanced drink that's both familiar and adventurous.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee drink! Here's why you'll love it:
- Unique flavor combination of caramelized white chocolate and pine smoke
- Easy to customize the smoke level to your taste
- Perfect winter drink that brings the forest indoors
- Great conversation starter at gatherings
Roasted White Chocolate Espresso with Pine Smoke
A cozy coffee treat with creamy white chocolate and smoky pine essence
Hot Coffee, Espresso, White Chocolate, Smoked Coffee, Pine Smoke, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Kitchen torch or smoking gun
- Heat-safe glass
- Spoon
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (2 oz)
- 2 oz high-quality white chocolate, chopped
- Fresh pine needles (about 1 small branch)
- 4 oz hot water
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (121°C)
- Spread white chocolate on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes until golden brown
- Pull a double shot of espresso
- In a heat-safe glass, combine the espresso with roasted white chocolate and stir until melted
- Add hot water to reach desired consistency
- Using a kitchen torch or smoking gun, lightly smoke the drink with pine needles
- Cover immediately and let rest for 30 seconds
- Add a pinch of sea salt and serve
Pro Tips
- Toast the white chocolate slowly at 250°F (121°C) to prevent burning
- Use fresh pine needles for smoking - avoid treated or unknown varieties
- Let the smoke settle for 30 seconds before serving for the best flavor balance
- Pre-warm your cup for the best temperature retention
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Cholesterol: 12mg, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 27g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT10M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT25M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
