Coconut Chai French Press with Saffron Honey
A cozy chai coffee blend with creamy coconut and sweet saffron honey
January 23, 2025
Love chai spices and coffee? This Coconut Chai French Press brings together rich coffee with warming Indian spices and creamy coconut milk, topped with a drizzle of golden saffron honey for something truly special.
This recipe is a breeze to make at home. Using a medium-dark roast coffee and our custom chai spice blend, the French press method lets all the flavors shine. The coconut milk adds richness while the saffron honey brings a touch of luxury. Perfect for slow mornings or afternoon treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This unique coffee blend brings together the best of both worlds! Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of coffee and chai spices
- Super creamy thanks to coconut milk
- Easy to customize the spice level
- Naturally dairy-free option for coffee lovers
Coconut Chai French Press with Saffron Honey
A cozy chai coffee blend with creamy coconut and sweet saffron honey
Chai Coffee, French Press Coffee, Coconut Coffee, Saffron Honey, Spiced Coffee, Indian Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Small saucepan
- Measuring spoons
- Spice grinder or mortar and pestle
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee, coarsely ground
- 2 cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 whole cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 black peppercorns
- 2 cups hot water (200°F)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Small pinch saffron threads
- Pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Warm honey slightly and add saffron threads. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Combine coffee grounds and crushed spices in French press.
- Pour hot water over coffee and spices, stir gently.
- Let steep for 4 minutes.
- Slowly press down the plunger.
- Heat coconut milk until warm.
- Pour coffee into cups, add warm coconut milk.
- Drizzle with saffron honey.
- Garnish with ground cinnamon if desired.
Pro Tips
- Warm your coconut milk before adding to keep the coffee hot longer
- Bloom the saffron in warm honey for 10 minutes to release maximum flavor
- Use freshly ground coffee for the best taste
- Toast whole spices before grinding for more intense flavor
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 220mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
