Afternoon Coffee
Brew the perfect pick-me-up with this simple yet customizable Afternoon Coffee recipe that’s designed to elevate your coffee break. Made with freshly ground coffee and filtered water, this aromatic cup is brewed to perfection in just 10 minutes using your favorite method, whether it’s a French press, pour-over, or coffee maker. Enhance your experience with optional mix-ins like a splash of milk, a hint of sugar, or a dash of vanilla extract for a creamy and subtly sweet twist. Perfectly balanced and effortlessly satisfying, this recipe is your go-to for a quick, indulgent caffeine boost.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Freshly ground coffee
- 1 cup Filtered water
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Heat 1 cup of filtered water in a kettle or saucepan until it reaches a near-boiling temperature (around 200°F or 93°C).
Add 2 tablespoons of freshly ground coffee to a coffee maker, French press, or pour-over setup, depending on your preference.
Slowly pour the hot water over the coffee grounds, ensuring even saturation. If using a French press, give the coffee a gentle stir after pouring.
Allow the coffee to brew for about 4 minutes (or follow your specific brewing method's recommended time).
If using a French press, press down the plunger slowly. If using another method, strain or filter the coffee into your mug.
Optional: Stir in 2 tablespoons of milk, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon of vanilla extract for a creamy, sweetened twist.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfect Afternoon Coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
37 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% | |
*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.
