The espresso powder sold in the baking aisle of my grocery store says right on the label that it «
enhances chocolate flavors WITHOUT adding a distinct coffee flavor,» so that would NOT be a good choice for a recipe like this one where espresso is the primary flavor.
Adding a TBL of Balsamic will
enhance the chocolate flavor.
I know it's supposed to
enhance the chocolate flavor, but I can always pick it out.
I like to add salt and coffee almost every time I do chocolate recipes as
both enhance the chocolate flavor, thus these Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Cookies have a great balance between sweet, salty, chocolate and nutty flavor.
If you want to
enhance the chocolate flavor (which I prefer), you can whisk in 1 teaspoon instant coffee or espresso powder now.
It enhances the chocolate flavor and you don't even taste it.
And we all know the best way to
enhance chocolate flavor is to add a little coffee.
The addition of espresso powder was meant to
enhance the chocolate flavor but it took over in a really really good way!