Fireside Coffee Recipe

Escape to cozy nights with our Fireside Coffee! This isn't your average hot chocolate; it's a delightful blend of rich chocolate, invigorating coffee, and warming spices. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe is easily customizable – use decaf for a relaxing nighttime treat or regular coffee for an extra boost. Make a big batch and keep it ready in your pantry for instant comfort anytime!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 294 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.6 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fireside Coffee

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How to Make Fireside Coffee

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup instant coffee granules (or 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee), ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  2. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy) and 1 cup water.
  3. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and steaming. Do not boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Pour into air-tight tins or jars and store in a cool, dry place.
  6. To serve: Mix 2 heaping tablespoons of the Fireside Coffee mix with ⅔ cup hot water or milk in a mug. Stir until dissolved and enjoy! Optional: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg (or 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice) on top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

20g

Carbs

19g