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Get creative with coffee

We all know that Italian coffee is perfect for creating that cup of espresso or cappuccino. But there's more to it than that; coffee can also be used to add flavour and richness to cooking, which is why Lavazza has devised a range of baking and drink ideas to give you a tempting treat

Flavoured Shakerato

• 50ml Lavazza espresso
• 5g sugar
• 2 teaspoons of your favourite syrup (hazelnut, toffee, chocolate, vanilla, etc)
• ice cubes

Preparation

1. Put 4/5 ice cubes into the shaker
2. Add coffee and sugar
3. Close lid and shake energetically for 15 seconds
4. Strain and pour in a cocktail glass

Frosty Coffee

• 60ml of Lavazza espresso
• 5 to 10g sugar
• fresh whipping cream
• Cocoa
• ice cubes

Preparation

1. Fill a large tumbler with ice cubes and add the sweetened hot coffee
2. Pour a layer of fresh cream straight onto the ice cubes so it floats
3. Now sprinkle over a little cocoa

Cool Cappuccino

• 50ml Lavazza espresso
• 50ml skimmed milk
• 10g sugar
• 4 ice cubes

Preparation

1. Put all the ingredients in a tall glass (330 ml)
2. Froth the drink with a milk frother for about 45 seconds or until you get a thick froth
3. Add two straws and drink

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