Apple Cobbler Shaken Espresso (with Brown Butter Cold Foam)
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If fall could fit into a cup, this would be it. 🍂 Our Apple Cobbler Shaken Espresso combines the bold richness of espresso with the warm sweetness of apple butter and a decadent brown butter cold foam topping. It’s like sipping on dessert—cozy, spiced, and smooth—all while still getting that espresso kick you love.
This recipe is simple, elegant, and a little indulgent—the perfect fall coffee to shake up at home.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the shaken espresso:
- 2 shots freshly brewed espresso (or ½ cup strong coffee)
- 2 tbsp apple butter (smooth and spiced)
- Ice (for shaking)
For the brown butter cold foam:
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp butter
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- Graham cracker to garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the brown butter
- In a small saucepan, melt 1 tsp unsalted butter over medium heat until golden brown and stir in the brown sugar.
- Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Brew your espresso
- Pull two shots of espresso (or use very strong brewed coffee).
3. Shake it up
- In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, add espresso, apple butter, and a handful of ice.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until chilled and frothy.
4. Make the cold foam
- In a separate glass, whip together heavy cream, milk, browned butter, and a pinch of cinnamon with a frother until thick and foamy.
I recommend THIS handheld frother. It’s durable, rechargeable, easy to use, and has done wonders for my personal coffee creations and experimentations.
5. Assemble your drink
- Pour the shaken espresso into a tall glass of fresh ice.
- Add a splash of milk if you’d like
- Top generously with your brown butter cold foam.
- Garnish with crushed graham crackers and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon
- Take a picture and tag us on Instagram @the.coffee.collect!
- Enjoy to your hearts content!
Want to take it on the go? Try investing in a few mason jars! They are reusable, versatile, and perfect for those crisp autumn coffee walks 😉
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Tips & Variations
- Use maple syrup in place of brown sugar for a deeper fall sweetness.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or apple pie spice for extra cobbler flavor.
- Want it hot? Skip the ice and simply stir the apple butter, brown sugar, and butter into hot espresso, then top with steamed milk.
This Apple Cobbler Shaken Espresso with Brown Butter Cold Foam truly is fall comfort in every sip—sweet, spiced, and smooth. Whether you’re cozying up with a blanket and book or heading out to enjoy autumn leaves, this drink is a seasonal treat you’ll want on repeat.
Shake it, top it, sip it—fall has never tasted so good. 🍎☕
Happy fall y’all,
-the coffee collect.
