
Chai-Spiced French Press with Vanilla Bean and Almonds
A cozy coffee blend with warming chai spices and sweet vanilla-almond goodness
January 26, 2025
Love chai tea and coffee? This French press recipe brings together the best of both worlds with fragrant chai spices, rich coffee, and smooth vanilla-almond flavors. It's like your favorite spiced drink got a delicious coffee upgrade!
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that pairs perfectly with traditional chai spices and a touch of real vanilla bean. Just steep everything in your French press, and you'll have an amazing morning brew in minutes. Perfect for chilly mornings or whenever you want something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this unique coffee blend! Here's why:
- Perfect blend of coffee and chai spices
- Real vanilla bean adds natural sweetness
- Super easy to make in your French press
- Customizable spice levels

Chai-Spiced French Press with Vanilla Bean and Almonds
A cozy coffee blend with warming chai spices and sweet vanilla-almond goodness
Chai Coffee, Spiced Coffee, French Press Coffee, Vanilla Coffee, Indian Coffee, Almond Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Small skillet for toasting spices
- Kettle
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 3 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 2 black peppercorns
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- Honey or maple syrup to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the whole spices in a dry pan until fragrant, about 30 seconds
- Coarsely grind the coffee beans
- Add ground coffee, toasted spices, and scraped vanilla bean to the French press
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the coffee and spice mixture
- Stir gently and let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Pour into cups and top with toasted sliced almonds
- Add honey or maple syrup if desired
Pro Tips
- Freshly grind your coffee beans just before brewing for the best flavor
- Toast your whole spices briefly to enhance their aroma
- Use filtered water heated to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
- Don't press the plunger too quickly - let it steep for full flavor
Calories: 95kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3.5g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 125mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 1g, Calcium: 65mg, Iron: 1mg