Ingredients for Autumn Holiday Coffee
- 4-7 whole cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4-7 whole green cardamom pods
- 8 cups strong brewed coffee
- brown sugar, to taste (optional)
- whipped cream, for topping
- chocolate shavings, for sprinkling
- ground cinnamon, for dusting
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1-2 ounces Kahlúa or brandy, per serving (optional)
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How to Make Autumn Holiday Coffee
- Brew a strong pot (approximately 8 cups) of your favorite coffee.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, 4-7 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick (broken into smaller pieces), and 4-7 whole cardamom pods (split open).
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse the spices.
- Remove from heat and let the spice mixture steep for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Strain the spice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof pitcher.
- Mix the strained spice mixture into your brewed coffee.
- Pour the spiced coffee into mugs.
- Top each serving with whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, and a dusting of ground cinnamon.
- Add sugar to taste (optional).
- For an adult version, stir in 1-2 ounces of Kahlúa or brandy per serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
0g
Carbs
0g
