Caramelized Fig AeroPress with Orange Blossom Water
A sweet coffee treat with caramelized figs and delicate orange blossom notes
January 18, 2025
Love the taste of sweet figs? This AeroPress recipe combines the rich sweetness of caramelized figs with delicate orange blossom water for a coffee experience that'll make your taste buds dance. The natural sugars from the figs create a lovely caramel flavor that perfectly matches the coffee.
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Using medium-dark roast coffee beans and the AeroPress brewing method creates a smooth base that lets the fig and orange blossom flavors shine through. It's perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This coffee recipe brings together classic Middle Eastern flavors in a modern way. Here's why you'll love it:
- Natural sweetness from caramelized figs means no added sugar needed
- Quick and easy to make with the AeroPress
- Unique flavor combo that's both familiar and exciting
- Perfect for entertaining guests or treating yourself
Caramelized Fig AeroPress with Orange Blossom Water
A sweet coffee treat with caramelized figs and delicate orange blossom notes
Coffee, AeroPress, Figs, Orange Blossom, Middle Eastern Coffee, Caramelized Figs, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Broiler or toaster oven
- Scale
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 17g medium-dark roast coffee beans, freshly ground
- 2 fresh figs, halved
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp orange blossom water
- 200ml hot water (195°F/90°C)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Halve the figs and drizzle with honey. Place them cut-side up under the broiler for 3-4 minutes until caramelized
- Grind your coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency
- Set up your AeroPress in the standard position with a paper filter
- Add the ground coffee to the AeroPress
- Mash one caramelized fig half and add to the grounds
- Pour in half the hot water and stir gently
- Add remaining water and let steep for 1 minute
- Press slowly over 30 seconds
- Add orange blossom water and a tiny pinch of salt
- Garnish with remaining caramelized fig halves
Pro Tips
- Choose ripe, fresh figs for the best caramelization
- Don't skip the resting time after adding orange blossom water - it helps the flavors blend
- Grind your coffee just before brewing for the freshest taste
- Use filtered water heated to 195°F (90°C) for optimal extraction
Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 38g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 32g, Sodium: 75mg, Potassium: 507mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
