Vegan Caramel Coffee
Elevate your coffee routine with this indulgent Vegan Caramel Coffee recipe, a dairy-free twist on a classic favorite. Featuring smooth strong brewed coffee paired with a heavenly homemade caramel made from coconut sugar, coconut oil, and unsweetened almond milk, this beverage offers the perfect balance of sweetness and richness. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt, every sip is an irresistible blend of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this plant-based treat can be customized with vegan whipped cream and caramel drizzle for an extra decadent finish. Whether you're looking for a cozy morning pick-me-up or a satisfying dessert drink, this vegan coffee creation is bound to be your new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- optional: vegan whipped cream
- optional: caramel drizzle, store-bought or homemade
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut sugar and coconut oil.
Stir continuously until the coconut sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble, about 3 minutes.
Carefully add the almond milk to the saucepan, stirring constantly. The mixture might sputter initially, so take care.
Continue to cook and stir the mixture for another 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
Pour the brewed coffee into a mug and add the caramel almond milk mixture, stirring to combine.
Taste the coffee and add more salt or vanilla if desired.
Top with vegan whipped cream if using and drizzle additional caramel sauce on top for extra sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and comforting vegan caramel coffee.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.5 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 437 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*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.
