33 coffee dessert ideas

Coffee dessert recipes

Everyone knows and loves this classic Italian dessert, made with mascarpone, marsala and savoiardi biscuits soaked in coffee and Tia Maria. Our smart recipe serves 6-8, perfect for a larger get-together.

If you want to get a super-sharp edge to your slices, put the tiramisu in the freezer for the final half an hour before you serve it. Find more classic Italian desserts here.

Looking for a smart yet simple dessert that can easily be made ahead? Try these creamy affogato chocolate mousse pots – ready in just 15 minutes.

Classic coffee cake is pepped up with a splash of Irish whiskey and Guinness in this boozy bake. Topped with luxurious coffee flavoured cream, it's one of our most decadent desserts to date.

Coffee and walnut is given a modern makeover by giving it the cupcake treatment, with sky-high icing for max cake drama. Find more decadent cupcakes here.

Boozy Baileys, chocolate swiss roll and lightly whipped espresso cream combine to make this show-stopping trifle. Make this indulgent dessert for an impressive centrepiece at any celebration. Discover more crowd-pleasing trifles here.

Drizzle mocha syrup over a stack of fluffy coffee-flavoured pancakes for your next weekend brunch. The mascarpone layers really take these pancakes to the next level.

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Creamy tiramisu comes spiked with espresso, Kahlúa and vodka to make an espresso martini twist on a classic Italian pud. Easy and indulgent, if this doesn't wow your guests, nothing will! Pair with a classic espresso martini for a double caffeine hit.

This quick no-churn ice cream is livened with coffee, cardamom and cinnamon. You only need 15 minutes to prepare before freezing – an easy pick-me-up for summer entertaining. Check out more of our best ice cream recipes here.

Espresso and salted caramel are a match made in heaven in these deliciously sweet pancakes. Serve with a scoop of ice cream and any leftover salted caramel sauce.

This nut-free take on coffee cakes sees coffee-infused sponge layered with a creamy cappuccino buttercream. A perfect birthday cake to gift to a coffee lover.

Baileys and espresso meet in this fun twist on a classic tiramisu. Sweet almond liqueur gives it a welcome boozy kick.

Is your coffee shop treat always a mocha? If so, you’ll love this coffee loaf cake. We especially rate the glossy icing, made with dark chocolate and coffee.

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Balls of choux pastry are stuffed with coffee-drenched ladyfingers and boozy pastry cream in this epic centrepiece. Half profiterole, half tiramisu!

Check out our nostalgic fridge cake. It's deceptively easy to make and comes packed with layers and layers of indulgence, not to mention plenty of coffee flavour.

Coffee cuts through rich rum-spiked ice cream in this simple French recipe, brought to you by Bristol restaurant littlefrench.

Coffee takes centre stage in this bittersweet cheesecake. Serving up to 15 people, it's a perfect dinner party dessert that can be prepared a few days ahead. Just remember to pour over the boozy coffee syrup before serving.

Coffee cake gets a modern twist with deliciously crunchy pecan brittle. Who knows, it might just become your new favourite teatime treat.

Inspired by a classic Vietnamese iced coffee, try Edd Kimber's showstopping creation with our step-by-step guide. It's rich and creamy, not to mention beautiful.

This devilish combination of Tia Maria, mascarpone, amaretto and dark chocolate is not one to miss. It makes a brilliant alternative pudding for Christmas day but can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Combine Baileys with coffee liqueur in this creamy evening cocktail, pepped up with vodka for an extra kick.

Add a shot of double espresso to your pancakes, with toasted hazelnuts for added crunch. Perfect any time of year.

Layers of coffee-soaked sponge fingers and whipped mascarpone make for an authentic Italian tiramisu, finished with dark chocolate shavings.

We love the mix of espresso coffee-soaked sponge, mascarpone and sweet Marsala wine in this restaurant-standard tiramisu. Decorate with chocolate and raspberries on the top.

Adding a slug of Irish whiskey makes this coffee affogato sing with deep, heady flavour. Try it for your next dinner party – you'll need four shop-bought ingredients.

This easy version of tiramisu is made with shop-bought sponge cake, shaped like an ice cream bombe for wow-factor. Everyone loves a boozy, coffee-flavoured Italian pud, so it's a fail-safe option.

Swirl coffee into the middle of these vanilla panna cottas for a subtle coffee hit.

Coffee is balanced by silky creaminess in this luxurious Baileys coffee. You can find more expert coffee recipes here.

Rishim Sachdeva, from Tendril kitchen, has created a excellent vegan version of a tiramisu. The sponge is made with soy milk and apple cider vinegar.

Your guests will swoon over the coffee, walnut and creamy mascarpone filling in this grown-up swiss roll.

Pots of tiramisu are topped with crumbled amaretti and grated chocolate for an elegant finish. It's a brilliant make-ahead dessert, taking only 20 minutes to assemble.

For a cheeky alcoholic alternative to pudding, mix up this velvety smooth, gingerbread coffee cocktail. It can be shaken up in a matter of minutes at home.

Serve a jug of creamy coffee crème anglaise next to this rich chocolate marquise. Serving up to 12, it's a knockout recipe fit for a dinner party.