Autumn Spice Pour Over with Roasted Chestnuts and Brown Butter
A cozy pour-over coffee with warm autumn spices and buttery roasted chestnuts
January 24, 2025
Looking for the perfect fall coffee experience? This Autumn Spice Pour Over combines freshly roasted chestnuts and brown butter with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom for a truly seasonal treat.
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that pairs beautifully with the nutty, caramelized flavors of brown butter and roasted chestnuts. The pour-over method brings out all the subtle notes, making it perfect for those crisp autumn mornings or cozy afternoon breaks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't just your regular cup of coffee! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Perfect fall flavors that capture the essence of the season
- Fresh roasted chestnuts add a unique, nutty sweetness
- Brown butter brings rich, caramel notes
- Pour-over method ensures the cleanest taste
Autumn Spice Pour Over with Roasted Chestnuts and Brown Butter
A cozy pour-over coffee with warm autumn spices and buttery roasted chestnuts
Pour Over Coffee, Autumn Coffee, Chestnut Coffee, Brown Butter Coffee, Fall Drinks, Spiced Coffee
Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Paper filter
- Coffee grinder
- Digital scale
- Gooseneck kettle
- Small saucepan
- Sharp knife
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 25g medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 350ml filtered water
- 3 fresh chestnuts
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 small pinch ground cardamom
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
- Score chestnuts with an X on the flat side and roast for 20-25 minutes until shells open
- While chestnuts roast, brown butter in a small pan until golden and fragrant
- Peel chestnuts while warm and chop finely
- Grind coffee beans to medium-coarse consistency
- Heat water to 200°F (93°C)
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water
- Add ground coffee and spices to filter
- Pour hot water in circular motion, starting with a 30-second bloom
- Continue pouring slowly until you reach 350ml
- Add brown butter and chopped chestnuts to the brewed coffee
- Stir gently and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Score chestnuts with an X before roasting to prevent them from exploding
- Brown butter until it smells nutty but watch carefully to prevent burning
- Use water just off the boil (195-205°F) for optimal extraction
- Grind coffee just before brewing for the freshest taste
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Sodium: 18mg, Potassium: 180mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT20M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT35M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
