Toasted Almond Cocktail

Make a creamy Toasted Almond Cocktail with just four simple ingredients! This nutty dessert drink is a delicious treat to enjoy after dinner.

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About this Toasted Almond Cocktail Recipe

This nutty, coffee-flavored toasted almond cocktail is just delightful! My husband described it as an “almond white Russian.” It’s seriously just so yummy — the best combination of flavors.

Amaretto isn’t just for Amaretto Sours anymore. This easy dessert cocktail is really simple to make and it tastes very almond-like. It’s super fun for after dinner or anytime you want a creamy dessert cocktail.

Pair this creamy cocktail with a sweet treat like almond fig thumbprint cookies for the best dessert time ever! The nutty flavor profile is just irresistible, especially paired with that yummy coffee liqueur.

Grab some cocktail glasses and ice and let’s make the most creamy cocktail ever. Once you try this delicious delight, you’ll be head over heels too!

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Why you’ll love this recipe

Is there any way to choose just one reason why dessert cocktails like the Toasted Almond are so loveable? I have too many to choose from:

  • You only need four simple ingredients to make this super easy dessert cocktail. It’s seriously so easy to make!
  • This dessert cocktail is great for parties and gathering. A definite crowd-pleaser because the flavor is so yummy.
  • Mix up this creamy, sweet cocktail in just 5 minutes. Quick and easy and oh so tasty!

Tools and Glassware

Make sure you have a cocktail shaker and a jigger to measure each ingredient. You’ll also need a martini glass, coupe glass or other cocktail glasses to serve your almond cocktail. If you want to garnish with fresh nutmeg, then you’ll also need a microplane zester or nutmeg grater.

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Ingredients

Here’s a list of all the almond cocktail ingredients you need! It’s just a few simple things, and you may even already have them on hand:

  • coffee liqueur
  • amaretto
  • heavy cream
  • freshly-grated nutmeg, for garnish

Leftover amaretto? Use it to make an amaretto margarita.

Garnishes

A single cocktail cherry on a cocktail pick would be a delicious garnish to add even more sweetness to this cocktail.

You can also use a candied orange slice or even a simple orange twist for a citrusy touch.

Coat the rim of your glass with cinnamon sugar or another sweet rim coating!

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Substitutions & variations

Half-and-half works in place of heavy cream.

Dairy-free version: To make this dairy free, you can use almond milk or another nut milk such as macadamia, walnut or cashew milk, etc. or any dairy-free substitute like coconut cream.

Nutmeg: While I highly recommend using freshly grated nutmeg, you can use ground nutmeg as the garnish if that’s all you have on hand.

Allergy-friendly: Amaretto is almond liqueur. Disaronno Originale Amaretto states it is nut-free because it is made from apricot kernel oil. While nutmeg and the other ingredients aren’t made of tree nuts, people with nut allergies should avoid nut milk and be careful when choosing a bottle of amaretto.

Instructions

Follow these step-by-step instructions to make this yummy almond cocktail:

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In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add coffee liqueur, amaretto and heavy cream. Shake well until thoroughly combined and chilled.

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Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

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Then grate a piece of whole nutmeg over top for garnish, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & tricks

Check these few tips and tricks to make sure this drink is top notch every single time:

  • For the best flavor, grate fresh nutmeg over the top of the finished cocktail. Ground nutmeg works but it’s not as good of a flavor.
  • This cocktail is best served super cold! Chill your cocktail glasses before pouring the cocktail to keep it cold.
  • Don’t make this drink until just before serving. This will ensure the flavor is the best and the drink stays cold.

Food pairings

This delightful dessert cocktail goes well with many of your favorite sweet treats, especially almond-flavored ones like amaretti biscuits. I love to serve it with soft chocolate chip cookies and hot chocolate cookies.

It’s a wonderful party cocktail too. Pair with bite sized appetizers like cranberry brie bites and a charcuterie board.

You can even pair it with savory treats like bacon fig and goat cheese crostini or mini quiche bites.

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FAQ

What compliments almond flavor?

Flavors like chocolate and coffee pair beautifully with almond. Fruity flavors like cherry, apricot and peach go well with almond too.

Should this toasted almond cocktail be served cold?

Yes, serve this nutty dessert cocktail chilled. Make sure you use plenty of ice in the cocktail shaker and serve in a chilled cocktail glass. You can also serve it over ice if you prefer.

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Toasted Almond Cocktail

Yield: 1 drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Grab four ingredients to make this delightful dessert cocktail! A toasted almond cocktail is the perfect way to wrap up a delicious meal.
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ingredients

instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add coffee liqueur, amaretto and heavy cream. Shake well.
  • Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  • Grate a piece of whole nutmeg over top for garnish, if desired.

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nutrition information

Yield: 1 drink

amount per serving:

Serving: 6oz Calories: 562kcal Carbohydrates: 46g Protein: 2g Fat: 21g Saturated Fat: 13g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 64mg Sodium: 24mg Potassium: 71mg Sugar: 46g Vitamin A: 833IU Vitamin C: 0.3mg Calcium: 38mg Iron: 0.1mg
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