Best 3 Cafe Alexander Recipes

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Café Alexander, a classic cocktail that combines the flavors of coffee, brandy, and crème de cacao, is a delightful and sophisticated drink perfect for any occasion. Its rich, creamy texture and balanced sweetness make it a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a warm and comforting drink to enjoy on a chilly evening or a festive libation to serve at your next party, Café Alexander is sure to impress.

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COUPE ALEXANDER



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This is a recipe from Perino's Restaurant in Los Angeles, CA back in the '60's that made it's way into my grandmother's recipe box.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) box fresh raspberries
1 cup kirsch
1 cup powdered sugar (optional)
1 pint vanilla ice cream
1 pint Orange sherbet
8 tablespoons coconut

Steps:

  • Place washed raspberries in a bowl and cover with kirsch. Add sugar if raspberries are not sweet enough for your taste. Soak overnight.
  • Toast coconut lightly under broiler.
  • Line champagne or sherbet glasses with a half inch of vanilla ice cream.
  • Drain soaked raspberries and fill glasses to within one inch of the top.
  • Fill remainder of glass with orange sherbet. Sprinkle toasted coconut over top and garnish with a raspberry. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.8, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 31.4, Sodium 98, Carbohydrate 51.8, Fiber 10.3, Sugar 37.5, Protein 5.3

CAFE ALEXANDER



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Make and share this Cafe Alexander recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Elly in Canada

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 5m

Yield 2 half- cup servings, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 scoops vanilla ice cream, softened
1 teaspoon instant espresso coffee powder, 1 . 5g sachet
1 tablespoon cognac

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, blend ice cream, espresso coffee, and cognac until smooth.
  • Immediately spoon into chilled champagne glasses or dessert cups.
  • Variation - use chocolate ice cream for a mocha flavour!
  • This is nice served with crunchy rolled pastries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.7, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 57.6, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 15.3, Protein 2.5

ALEXANDER'S COOKIE CAKE



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This recipe makes one massive cookie cake that would fill everyone's chocolate cravings!

Provided by Alexander Petrie

Categories     Chocolate Chip Cookies

Time 1h25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup white sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups chocolate chips, or more to taste
¼ cup multi-colored sprinkles, or more to taste
1 pinch flaky sea salt
1 cup vanilla frosting
3 drops any color food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Combine butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl. Beat with a mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt on low speed until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and rainbow sprinkles.
  • Press cookie dough into an even layer in the prepared pan and top with more chocolate chips and sprinkles, if desired.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Mix frosting and food coloring. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe frosting around the edge of the cooled cookie cake. Slice into wedges to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 31 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dishes.
  • Follow the recipes carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. Once you're comfortable with the basics, you can start to experiment with different flavors and techniques.
  • Have fun! Cooking should be enjoyable, so relax and enjoy the process.

Conclusion:

The recipes in this article are a great place to start for anyone who wants to learn how to cook. They're simple to follow and use ingredients that are easy to find. With a little practice, you'll be able to cook delicious meals that your family and friends will love.

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