Is it the caffeine or the cocoa? Nestle's Espresso Morsels have us all hyped up!
Nestle Is Selling Espresso Chocolate Chips and Our Inner Coffeeholics Are Ready
Updated Feb. 21, 2024
Personally, I think there’s no better way to start the day than with a delicious cup of coffee and a homemade baked good. And now, Nestle Toll House is taking coffee and baking to the next level with Espresso Morsels. As an avid baker and borderline caffeine addict, I’m itching to bake something with these little bits of goodness. Are you ready to add a caffeinated kick to your desserts?
Did you say chocolate chips with caffeine?
We haven’t been this excited about chocolate chips since Baileys released their Irish Cream Baking Chips. Although Baileys’ baking chips tasted like the real thing, they didn’t have any Irish Creme liqueur in them. This isn’t the case with Nestle’s espresso chocolate chips. According to the package, Espresso Morsels are made with real coffee (plus cocoa and milk), so you can expect a little buzz. Learn how to make espresso cookies.
So what can you do with these delicious espresso chips?
Add them to pretty much any dessert and treat them like regular chocolate chips. They’ll give chocolate espresso lava cake extra oomph. You can also add Espresso Morsels to a chewy chocolate chip cookie or some classic brownies. The options are endless, so let your imagination run wild.
Where can I find ’em?
You can buy a 9-ounce bag of Espresso Morsels from Walmart for $2.48 a pop, but move quickly! When these morsels were first released last year, they went out of stock almost immediately—now that they’re back and available at Walmart, we don’t expect them to last too long. (Your go-to cookie recipe will thank you.)
Got a craving for chocolate chips you just can’t curb? Discover our Test Kitchen’s favorite chocolate chip brand. It’s sure to make every dessert as sweet as can be.
Treats for Coffee + Chocolate Lovers Only
Mocha Truffle CheesecakeI went through a phase when I couldn't get enough cheesecake or coffee, so I created this rich dessert. Its brownie-like crust and creamy mocha layer really hit the spot. It's ideal for get-togethers because it can be made in advance. —Shannon Dormady, Great Falls, Montana
Don't forget to take a look at our collection of the best coffee desserts.
Brownie Mocha TrifleBy using instant pudding and a convenient box of brownie mix, there's nothing to the preparation. The result is moist and chewy. And the layers look so pretty spooned into a glass trifle bowl. —Louise Fauth, Foremost, Alberta
Sea Salt Mint White Mocha CookiesThis recipe came from my mom's Grandma Alice, who taught her how to bake. Grandma Alice always had a fresh plate of warm cookies on her counter. I learned some of her recipes by heart as a child, and I've been making these since high school. They taste like Christmas.—Kristin Bowers, Rancho Palos Verdes, California
Mocha Meringue Sandwich CookiesThese crisp, chewy cookies can be made any size you choose. They're also great with a variety of fillings—try making them with fruit preserves. —Marie Valdes, Brandon, FL
Mocha-Pecan Ice Cream BonbonsThese bite-sized bonbons may sound tricky to make, but you'll find that fashioning them is a breeze. What's more, our cooking experts advise that you keep this recipe handy when you serve them—as soon as folks sample the treats, they'll be asking how to make them. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mocha Yule LogThis eye-catching dessert is guaranteed to delight holiday dinner guests. Chocolate lovers will lick their lips over the yummy cocoa cake, mocha filling and frosting. For a festive touch, I garnish the log with marzipan holly leaves and berries. —Jenny Hughson, Mitchell, Nebraska
Mocha Hazelnut TorteI make this cake on birthdays and other special occasions because it looks and tastes so amazing. The combination of mild hazelnut and coffee flavors is impossible to resist. —Christina Pope, Speedway, Indiana
Chocolate CoffeeA rich whipped chocolate mixture from our Test Kitchen can be used to flavor your cup of joe for some chocolate coffee. Or add it to milk for hot chocolate.
Frozen Mocha TorteFor an easy, make-ahead dessert that's elegant and luscious, try this recipe. The perfect blend of mocha and chocolate is in each cool, refreshing slice. —Aelita Kivirist, Glenview, Illinois
Caramel MochaIf you crave cafe-style coffees at home, here's a recipe for caramel mocha. You can make this decadent, sweet recipe within a few minutes and have a drink that rivals what you'd get at a coffeehouse.
Fudgy Layered Irish Mocha BrowniesMy husband and I are big fans of Irish cream, so I wanted to incorporate it into a brownie. I started with my mom's brownie recipe, then added frosting and ganache. These decadent treats are the result, and we really enjoy them! —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Easy Mocha Cream PieThis chocolate crust is excellent with a cool no-bake mocha filling. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mocha Baked AlaskasMake these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before serving. —Kerry Dingwall, Ponte Vedra, Florida
Mocha TrufflesNothing compares to the melt-in-your-mouth flavor of these truffles...or to the simplicity of the recipe. Whenever I make them for my family or friends, they're quickly devoured. No one has to know how easy they are to prepare! —Stacy Abell, Olathe, Kansas
Frozen Mocha Marbled LoafThis showstopping marbled dessert seems fancy, but it's really simple to prepare ahead of time and pop in the freezer. Frosty slices have a creamy blend of chocolate and coffee that's delightful anytime of year. —Cheryl Martinetto, Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Caramel-Mocha Ice Cream DessertYou can use any flavor of ice cream in this frosty dessert. Chocolate and vanilla would be delicious substitutes for coffee and dulce de leche. —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia. Have you tried Eiskaffee? A perfect coffee drink that's also a sweet treat.
Hazelnut Mocha EclairsOnce you try these, especially the filling, you'll be in heaven. They make a special ending to a meal, and they're great with coffee or tea. —Carol Witczak, Tinley Park, Illinois
Toffee-Mocha Cream TorteWhen you really want to impress someone, this scrumptious torte is just the thing to make! Instant coffee granules give the moist chocolate cake a mild mocha flavor, while the fluffy whipped cream layers, blended with brown sugar and crunchy toffee bits, are deliciously rich. —Lynn Rogers, Richfield, North Carolina
Originally Published: July 30, 2020
