Caf De Olla Mexican Spiced Coffee
Indulge in the rich, aromatic tradition of Café de Olla, a Mexican spiced coffee that warms the soul with every sip. This authentic recipe combines bold ground coffee with earthy piloncillo (or dark brown sugar), fragrant Mexican cinnamon, and a hint of cloves, creating a perfectly balanced beverage with just the right touch of sweetness and spice. Optional orange peel adds a zesty citrus twist, elevating the flavors even further. In just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make drink is steeped to perfection, offering a delightful escape into the heart of Mexico. Perfect for cozy mornings or as an after-dinner treat, serve it piping hot with a festive cinnamon garnish for an unforgettable experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 3.5 ounces Piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
- 1 Mexican cinnamon stick
- 3 Whole cloves
- 3 tablespoons Ground coffee
- 1 strip Orange peel (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, combine the water, piloncillo, cinnamon stick, cloves, and orange peel (if using).
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the piloncillo.
Once the piloncillo is completely dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
Add the ground coffee to the pot and stir to combine.
Turn off the heat and let the coffee steep for 5 minutes.
Strain the coffee through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heat-proof serving pot or mugs to remove the coffee grounds and spices.
Serve the Café de Olla hot, optionally garnished with a cinnamon stick or additional orange peel for decoration.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 263 mg | 6% | |
*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.
