Coffee and honey caramel with walnuts
6 servings
20 minutes
Coffee-honey caramel with walnuts is a refined treat that combines the depth of coffee aroma, the sweetness of honey, and the richness of nuts. This dessert can be seen as a modern reinterpretation of traditional caramel candies inspired by European confectionery culture. Its texture is delicate and slightly crunchy due to the nuts, while the flavor is multi-layered: first comes the rich sweetness of honey, then the bitterness of espresso unfolds, finishing with nutty notes. This caramel is suitable for small sweet gifts, festive table settings, or simply as an elegant treat with a strong cup of coffee. It's important to maintain the correct cooking temperature to achieve the perfect consistency – chewy but not too hard. The caramel can be served in small pieces or as candies wrapped in parchment.
1
Chop the nuts slightly and transfer them to a bowl.
- Roasted walnuts: 320 g
2
In a small saucepan, bring cream, instant coffee, and salt to a boil. Then add honey, bring to a boil again, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, for 15-20 minutes until reaching 125 degrees. Remove from heat.
- Cream 40%: 1 glass
- Instant espresso: 1 tablespoon
- Sea salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Honey: 330 g
3
Pour the caramel over the nuts and mix well. Chill for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator until the caramel thickens slightly. Mix again.
- Roasted walnuts: 320 g
4
Spoon small mounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment or greased paper. Let cool in a cool place.
- Honey: 330 g
5
You can pour the caramel in an even layer onto the prepared tray without letting it cool. Let it set, cut into rectangles, and wrap in parchment like candies.