Dairy-Free Caramel Coffee
Indulge in the velvety, guilt-free bliss of Dairy-Free Caramel Coffee—your perfect homemade coffeehouse treat! This recipe combines robust, strong-brewed coffee with a luscious caramel mixture made from creamy coconut or almond milk, naturally sweetened with coconut sugar, and infused with hints of vanilla and caramel extract for a rich, aromatic flavor. A pinch of sea salt accentuates the sweetness, creating a beautifully balanced beverage that’s dairy-free and irresistibly smooth. Whether you prefer it steaming hot or refreshingly iced, this 15-minute recipe offers a decadent yet wholesome alternative to traditional caramel coffee. Perfect for cozy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up, this vegan caramel coffee will have you skipping the café in no time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup Coconut milk or almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Coconut sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Caramel extract
- 4 Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk and coconut sugar over medium heat.
Stir the mixture continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the vanilla extract, sea salt, and caramel extract.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Brew a cup of strong coffee using your preferred method.
In a large mug or heat-safe glass, combine the brewed coffee and the caramel mixture, stirring well to blend.
If serving iced, pour the mixture over a glass filled with ice cubes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free caramel coffee.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*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.
