Dark Chocolate Orange French Press with Star Anise
A cozy French press coffee with rich dark chocolate and bright orange flavors
February 5, 2025
Love dark chocolate and orange together? This French press coffee combines these classic flavors with a hint of star anise for a coffee experience that's both familiar and exciting. The dark chocolate adds richness while the orange brings a fresh twist!
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that pairs perfectly with the chocolate and citrus. The star anise adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together. It's super simple to make and perfect for slow weekend mornings or after-dinner treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this delicious coffee creation!
- Perfect blend of dark chocolate and orange flavors
- Super easy to make in your French press
- Unique twist with star anise that adds subtle sweetness
- Great for entertaining or special weekend breakfasts
Dark Chocolate Orange French Press with Star Anise
A cozy French press coffee with rich dark chocolate and bright orange flavors
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Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Microplane or grater
- Measuring spoons
- Mugs
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 cups hot water (200°F/93°C)
- 2 squares dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely grated
- 2 strips orange peel
- 2 whole star anise pods
- Optional: 2 tablespoons warm milk for serving
Instructions
- Place the star anise pods in your French press
- Add the coarsely ground coffee
- Heat water to 200°F (93°C)
- Pour a small amount of hot water over the grounds and star anise to bloom for 30 seconds
- Add the remaining water and stir gently
- Place the plunger on top but don't press down. Let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Divide the coffee between two warmed mugs
- Add the grated dark chocolate and stir until melted
- Twist the orange peel over each cup to release oils, then drop in
- Add warm milk if desired and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Heat your water to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
- Don't skip the blooming step - it's crucial for developing the flavors
- Warm your mugs beforehand to keep the coffee hot longer
- Grate the chocolate fresh just before using
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 201mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 11g, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
