MOCHA ALMOND DESSERT

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For an easy, make-ahead dessert that's elegant and luscious, try this recipe from our Test Kitchen. The perfect blend of mocha and chocolate is in each cool, refreshing slice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2/3 cup chocolate syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon hot water
1/3 cup chopped almonds, toasted
Chocolate-covered coffee beans, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, sugar and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan; set aside., In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. In another large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk, chocolate syrup and vanilla until smooth. Dissolve coffee granules in hot water; beat into cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped cream and almonds. Pour over crust. Cover and freeze for 8 hours or overnight., Remove from the freezer 10-15 minutes before serving. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Garnish with coffee beans if desired.

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Wanjiru Roselyne
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This dessert was a disaster! I followed the recipe exactly but it turned out dry and crumbly. I would not recommend this recipe.


Annette Whitter
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I found this dessert to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more flavor. I would recommend adding some spices or extracts to the batter.


Maoji Nasiry
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This dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but other than that it was very good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Asanda Mkosana
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I wasn't sure how this dessert would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! It was very easy to make and it tasted amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Gabriel Parasram
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This was a great dessert! I made it for my friends and they all loved it. It was easy to make and very delicious.


PrampramBoy TV
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This dessert is amazing! The flavors meld together perfectly and the texture is divine. I highly recommend it.


Edward Bayyo
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I love this dessert! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I often make it for potlucks and parties.


Brennan Richmond
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This was my first time making a mocha almond dessert and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Somir Vaijan
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I made this dessert for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and very delicious. The coffee flavor was not overpowering and the almonds added a nice touch of texture.


Adam Whitelock
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This dessert was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of coffee and chocolate with the crunch of the almonds was divine. I'll definitely be making this again.