Cafe Caribbean
Indulge in a taste of the tropics with this rich and aromatic Café Caribbean, a luxurious coffee delight infused with island flavors. This easy-to-make warm beverage blends bold brewed coffee with creamy coconut milk, a splash of dark rum, and a hint of vanilla for a decadent twist on your morning cup or evening treat. Sweetened naturally with brown sugar and delicately spiced with ground cinnamon, this recipe is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes for a perfectly balanced finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this tropical-inspired coffee is perfect for cozy mornings or as a crowd-pleasing after-dinner drink. Garnish with a cinnamon stick for an extra touch of elegance and spice. Make your coffee time unforgettable with this tropical twist in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml brewed coffee
- 120 ml coconut milk
- 30 ml dark rum
- 15 g brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp whipped cream
- 1 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
- 1 piece cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Brew 240 ml of strong coffee using your preferred method (French press, drip, or espresso works well).
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm but not boiling, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the brewed coffee into a large mug, then stir in the warmed coconut milk mixture.
Add 30 ml of dark rum to the mug and stir to combine.
Top the drink with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream.
Sprinkle the whipped cream with toasted coconut flakes for added flavor and texture.
Optional: Garnish with a cinnamon stick for an extra flair and a delicate infusion of spice.
Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, spiced Cafe Caribbean!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 296 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.
