Autumn Spice French Press with Roasted Butternut Cream
A cozy autumn coffee with warm spices and creamy butternut squash cream
February 24, 2025
Looking for a fall-inspired coffee that's both cozy and unique? This French press coffee combines warm autumn spices with a silky butternut squash cream that adds a subtle sweetness and velvety texture to your cup.
This creative drink is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using a medium-dark roast coffee as your base, the spice blend adds warmth while the roasted butternut cream brings a seasonal twist. Perfect for crisp autumn mornings or afternoon treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this seasonal coffee creation!
- Perfect blend of autumn flavors
- Rich and creamy without dairy
- Packed with vitamin A from butternut squash
- Uses simple seasonal ingredients
Autumn Spice French Press with Roasted Butternut Cream
A cozy autumn coffee with warm spices and creamy butternut squash cream
Autumn Coffee, French Press Coffee, Butternut Squash, Fall Drinks, Spiced Coffee, Healthy Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Baking sheet
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- 1 cup roasted butternut squash
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut butternut squash into chunks and roast until tender, about 25-30 minutes
- Blend roasted squash with plant-based milk, maple syrup, and spices until very smooth
- Grind coffee beans to a coarse consistency
- Add ground coffee to French press
- Pour hot water over grounds and let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press down the French press plunger
- Warm the butternut cream mixture slightly
- Pour coffee into mugs and top with butternut cream
- Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired
Pro Tips
- Roast the butternut squash until very tender for the smoothest cream
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Warm your cream mixture slightly before adding to hot coffee
- Store leftover butternut cream in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Sodium: 95mg, Potassium: 485mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin A: 14825IU, Vitamin C: 25mg, Calcium: 98mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT30M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT50M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
