Calypso Island Coffee
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with Calypso Island Coffee, a luscious and aromatic beverage that combines freshly brewed coffee with the exotic flavors of coconut milk, dark rum, and warm spices. Perfectly sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and a splash of vanilla, this delightful drink is topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy toasted coconut flakes for a truly indulgent experience. Whether you enjoy it as a decadent morning pick-me-up or a spirited after-dinner treat, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 10 minutes and brings the allure of the islands right to your mug. For an added festive flourish, garnish with a cinnamon stick and let every sip whisk you away on a tropical coffee escape.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz freshly brewed coffee
- 2 oz unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 oz dark rum (optional for adults)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp whipped cream
- 1 tsp toasted coconut flakes
- 1 cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Brew 8 oz of your favorite coffee to a medium strength and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the coconut milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it boil.
Add the dark rum to the saucepan (if using), and stir to combine.
Pour the hot coconut milk mixture into the brewed coffee and gently stir.
Pour the prepared coffee into a mug.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for a festive touch, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical Calypso Island Coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*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.
