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We're putting coffee in everything from breakfast to cocktails!

Coffee and dessert might not seem like the most natural pairing, but we promise, they’re a match made in heaven. Whether you’re looking for a nighttime after-dinner boost, a way to make your chocolate desserts extra decadent, or just want more Kahlúa in your life, these 34 coffee-filled desserts are for you!

One of our top not-so-secret ingredients in the Delish test kitchen has got to be instant coffee granules. We’re using them here (along with espresso powder and instant coffee) to make our chocolate desserts EXTRA rich and fudgy. They don’t end up tasting like coffee, but have a mysterious something extra that will leave you and your guests wanting more. We’ve highlighted some of our favorite recipes here, like our chewy chocolate cookies and fudgy brownies, but you can try adding a teaspoon to any of our myriad chocolate desserts to see what we mean!

Or skip adding it yourself, and let a coffee liquor like Kahlúa do the work for you. It’s hard not to love a recipe that does double duty as a dessert and a cocktail, like our Kahlúa cupcakes or mudslide ice cream. We’ve also included some classic cocktails, like the OG mudslide or a white russian you can enjoy as an after dinner aperitif or for a particularly boozy brunch.

Dessert for breakfast? No judgment from us! Try an extra sweet dalgona coffee (or martini), or whip up some frappuccino pancakes. You could even bake some coffee cake–while traditionally it’s only called that because it’s supposed to be served with coffee, we’ve snuck a tiny bit into our Baileys and banana bread coffee cakes for fun.

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Tiramisu is admittedly a bit of a process to make, but it's SO worth it. Set yourself up for success by keeping your workspace as tidy as possible, particularly when dipping your ladyfingers in the rum and coffee.

This super-boozy shake uses cold brew ice cubes, so it won't get diluted no matter how long it takes you to get to the bottom of the glass.

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Sure, Kahlúa is great in coffee, but it's REALLY great in cupcakes. We added both coffee and Kahlúa to a boxed cake mix for a triple threat that we're obsessed with.

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You don't need a machine to make a homemade batch of ice cream—just a strong arm and some imagination. Here, we folded in Oreos, caramel sauce, and a touch of instant coffee for a caffeinated kick, but this recipe is infinitely adaptable!

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Love chocolate chip cookies, but want EVEN more chocolatey flavor? This recipe is for you. These chewy cookies double down on chocolate, thanks to the combo of cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and one of our favorite secret-weapon ingredients: instant coffee.

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If you've got instant coffee, sugar, and water on hand, you can make this. It'll go by faster if you have a hand mixer, but a humble regular whisk, one powerful arm, and a good dose of patience and endurance will get you there too

Get the Dalgona Coffee recipe.

German Chocolate Cake is a sweet chocolate cake that is filled and frosted with a rich, sticky coconut and pecan filling. We couldn't resist adding chocolate ganache to go in between the layers too. Not only does it add decadence, but it helps keep the layers from falling apart!

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A classic White Russian is a simple, three-ingredient cocktail everyone should know. It basically tastes like a chocolate coffee milkshake but it gets you drunk.

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These chewy brownies get a boost of dark chocolate flavor with the addition of molasses and Dutch-processed cocoa powder. Though the method is unconventional, we've found it's the best way to give your brownies a pleasant chew. To top it off, we stir in some bright and tangy raspberry jam—it's optional, though we highly recommend.

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These aren't your classic pancakes—they're better! Made with buttermilk and instant coffee, a mini stack of these will give you a nice hit of caffeine, topped off with whipped cream, Dalgona coffee, and melty chocolate and caramel.

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If you love a classic mudslide cocktail (and we know you do!), this ice cream is for you. Bonus? No need for an ice cream maker, just freeze for a few hours to overnight.

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The secret to the best fudgy brownies is (shh!) no cocoa powder! Just chocolate. These are super fudgy, rich and chocolatey, and have that perfect crackly top.

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The chocolate flavor is STRONG thanks to the addition of coffee. Vegetable oil and sour cream team up to make this cake extra moist, and allow this cake to be egg free! The frosting is a whipped ganache, but feel free to use a traditional chocolate buttercream.

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Somewhere between cocktail and dessert, this Italian-influenced White Russian is hard to resist. If you're looking to change things up even further, add a dash of orange bitters, a pinch of ground cinnamon, or some fresh nutmeg shavings for a festive upgrade.

Get the Tiramisu White Russians recipe.

Use the Café Bustelo you've probably already got at home to make these fudge blondies. We like them mini to serve a crowd, but go ahead and cut them bigger if you like.

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We added instant espresso to the graham cracker crust and the cheesecake filling. Top with chocolate covered espresso beans to complete the caffeine trifecta.

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This chocolatey Kahlúa, Baileys, and vodka drink is meant to be served ice cold, so chill everything (shaker, glass, liquid...) before assembly for the most blissfully creamy results.

Everything you love about tiramisu, in cheesecake form! This cake is impressive on its own, but will really wow your guests if you take your time with decorating the top. We like dollops of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cocoa powder and chocolate shavings, but you do you!

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Dalgona or whipped coffee is now the coolest thing to top all of your drinks with. Try it on top of this simple Baileys martini for an instant pick me up.

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These double layer popsicles are like the boozy fudgesicle we didn't know we needed.

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To insure your ice cream is easily spreadable, transfer to a bowl and stir until the consistency is smooth and uniform throughout. This simple step makes constructing the cake SO much easier!

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These are practically breakfast thanks to the condensed milk frosting that's less sweet than classic American buttercream. Without any other competing flavors, the coffee taste really shines through in these too!

Get the Coffee Cupcakes with Condensed Milk Frosting recipe.

While we know espresso really deepens chocolate flavors, for these cookies we really wanted to taste the coffee itself too. We added 2 whole tablespoons of espresso powder— if you're looking for a lighter coffee flavor, use less!

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Vegan and craving chocolate? If you're a fan of fudgy brownies and dark chocolate, these will hit the spot!

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This white chocolate fudge is FULL of Kahlúa flavor. We push the caffeine hit even further by topping them with crushed espresso beans, but a sprinkle of coffee or drizzle of chocolate would be nice too!

Get the Kahlúa Fudge recipe.

Coffee lovers *need* to try this cheesecake—there's coffee in the cheesecake and the ganache, plus chocolate covered espresso beans on top.

Get the Triple Coffee Cheesecake recipe.

The secret ingredient in this super moist, melt-in-your-mouth mocha cake? A hot cup of joe—half in the cake, and half in the creamy ganache.

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This cake takes 24 old-fashioned donuts, stacks them with whipped mocha cream, and tops them with chocolate ganache and rainbow sprinkles. Make this stunner when you really want to impress your brunch crowd.

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Three layers of Oreos, mocha truffle, and fudgy ganache mean you can get your coffee and chocolate fix in one perfect little bite.

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This coffeecake takes its name seriously, with espresso in both the filling and the topping. The alcohol in the Baileys gets baked out, meaning it's perfect for a family-friendly brunch.

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