Ingredients for Winter's Day Espresso
- Eggnog (not included in recipe)
- 1 shot espresso
- Irish Cream (not included in recipe)
- as desired whipped cream
- Ground Nutmeg (not included in recipe)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 star anise
- 2 cloves
- 1 cup cream (or milk)
- 1 tablespoon spiced syrup
- as desired ground cinnamon
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How to Make Winter's Day Espresso
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anise, and 2 cloves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Stir until sugar is dissolved, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Remove spices.
- Strain the syrup and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Heat the cream (milk) gently, do not boil.
- Combine the warmed cream, espresso and spiced syrup in a mug.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Top with whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon, if desired.
- Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
28g
Carbs
5g