South American Coffee
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of South American Coffee, a luxurious beverage that brings the warmth and tradition of Latin American hospitality straight to your cup. This decadent drink combines strong brewed coffee with creamy steamed milk infused with finely melted dark chocolate, a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla for a perfectly spiced, chocolatey experience. Sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and topped with a dollop of whipped cream, this treat is further elevated by an optional garnish of a cinnamon stick or grated dark chocolate. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for cozy mornings or as a sweet after-dinner pick-me-up. Experience the taste of South America with every comforting sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml strong brewed coffee
- 120 ml whole milk
- 15 g dark chocolate, finely chopped or grated
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp whipped cream
- 1 piece cinnamon stick or grated dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 240 ml of strong coffee using your preferred method (French press, drip coffee maker, etc.) and set aside.
In a small saucepan, heat 120 ml of whole milk over medium-low heat until steaming, but do not let it boil.
Add the finely chopped dark chocolate to the steaming milk and stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the chocolate-milk mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Pour the brewed coffee into a large mug and slowly stir in the spiced chocolate-milk mixture until fully blended.
Top the coffee with whipped cream for a creamy finish.
For garnish, you can add a cinnamon stick or sprinkle grated dark chocolate on top of the whipped cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy this luxurious South American-inspired coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 299 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.
