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Whipping your own cream isn’t a difficult task, but it does require a certain amount of equipment, and that equipment needs to be washed, which makes whipping cream a little uncomfortable in the middle of the day or after a big dinner – the two moments that happen to me Crave Espresso con Panna (espresso with whipped cream).
Espresso con panna is a very simple drink, but it feels much more indulgent than its two ingredients. It’s like a drowned one, but lighter, simpler and more airy. You draw a shot (or two) of espresso and then whip it with a small mountain of whipped cream. You now have a fancy little treat to brighten up your afternoon or a subtle dessert drink to enjoy after a nice meal.
If you feel a little anti-canister feeling in your chest, tell him to get it out of here! There are plenty of canned whipped creams that taste great. (Just look for one that lists “cream” as the first ingredient.) The air cream that comes out of these cans looks nice, which adds mood to the afternoon, and it stays in the refrigerator for a long time. (My current can won’t expire until January 2022.)
Keeping a can of whipped cream – or, if you avoid dairy products, whipped cream – in the refrigerator is a small act of self-sufficiency, if not self-care. It lets me satisfy my cravings for something sweet and caffeinated and creates a nice little break in a hectic day. (I also like to give my dog a little treat as a treat.)
If you can’t make espresso at home, just brew a really strong coffee. The point is to combine something warm and caffeinated with something sweet. (Too much coffee brewed? No problem. Save the extra and use it to make one drowned lazily.)
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