Spiced or Chai Coffee for 2
Elevate your coffee routine with this comforting and aromatic Spiced or Chai Coffee for Two. This delicious recipe combines robust, strong-brewed coffee with a medley of warming spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and black peppercorns, steeped in creamy milk for a perfectly spiced twist. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and just the right touch of sweetness, it's a delightful fusion of chai tea and your favorite coffee. Ideal for cozy mornings or a relaxing afternoon pick-me-up, this spiced coffee is ready in just 15 minutes. Garnished with a dash of ground cinnamon or nutmeg if desired, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a café-style treat at home. Whether you use whole milk or a dairy-free alternative, this recipe is a versatile indulgence that balances bold flavors with smooth, velvety richness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup Whole milk (or your preferred milk alternative)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 3 pods Cardamom pods
- 2 pieces Cloves
- 1 inch Fresh ginger (thinly sliced)
- 4 pieces Black peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons Brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- to taste Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 2 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method (e.g., French press, drip coffee maker, or pour-over) and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of milk, the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, ginger, and black peppercorns.
Gently heat the milk, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a steaming point (about 5 minutes). Avoid boiling the milk.
Reduce the heat to low and let the spices steep in the milk for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Strain the spiced milk through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl to remove the solids.
Return the spiced milk to the saucepan and stir in the brewed coffee, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
Divide the spiced chai coffee evenly between two mugs.
Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top for garnish.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your spiced chai coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
77 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 354 mg | 8% | |
*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.
