African Coffee Cooler
Cool down with the bold and aromatic flavors of the African Coffee Cooler, a refreshing iced coffee drink infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and cardamom. This easy-to-make recipe combines strong brewed coffee, naturally sweet honey, and creamy whole milk (or your favorite plant-based alternative) for a perfectly balanced treat. Blended with ice for a frothy, chilled finish, this luxurious beverage is perfect for hot summer days or when you need a pick-me-up with a twist. Elevate your experience by topping it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg. Ready in just 10 minutes and packed with exotic flavors, the African Coffee Cooler is a must-try for coffee lovers seeking something adventurous and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cardamom
- 1 cup whole milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1.5 cups ice cubes
- optional whipped cream
- optional dusting ground nutmeg
Instructions
Brew 2 cups of strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature. For faster cooling, transfer the coffee to a heat-safe container and place it in the refrigerator.
In a small bowl, mix the honey, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom until well combined.
Pour the cooled coffee into a blender. Add the spiced honey mixture, whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative), and ice cubes.
Blend on high speed for about 30-45 seconds, until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
Pour the blended coffee cooler into glasses. Top with whipped cream if desired and sprinkle a light dusting of ground nutmeg for additional flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your African Coffee Cooler!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 113 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 599 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
