Kona Coffee Apple Torte

Deselect All

Crust:

6 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/3 cup very finely ground, fresh, medium roasted Kona coffee beans

1/2 cup chopped, freshly roasted macadamia nuts

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons Kona coffee liquid, chilled

Filling:

3 large apples, peeled and sliced

1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

1 tablespoon flour

1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon cloves

1 teaspoon fresh ground Kona coffee

3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Sauce, recipe follows

Sauce:

1/4 cup brewed espresso

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons butter

1 teaspoon coffee liqueur