Maple-Smoked Cold Brew with Caramelized Pecans
A smooth cold brew with sweet maple smoke and crunchy candied pecans
January 31, 2025
Love unique coffee experiences? This Maple-Smoked Cold Brew takes your regular iced coffee to new heights with natural maple wood smoke and sweet, crunchy caramelized pecans. The smoke adds a subtle warmth that perfectly matches the deep, smooth cold brew flavors.
This recipe uses coarse-ground dark roast beans steeped for 16 hours to create a rich base. The maple smoking process is surprisingly simple, and those candied pecans add the perfect sweet crunch. Great for warm afternoons or weekend brunch!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to discover your new favorite cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Natural maple smoke adds unique depth without artificial flavors
- Make-ahead friendly: brew and smoke in advance
- Perfectly balanced between sweet, smoky, and coffee flavors
- Impressive presentation that's surprisingly easy to achieve
Maple-Smoked Cold Brew with Caramelized Pecans
A smooth cold brew with sweet maple smoke and crunchy candied pecans
Cold Brew Coffee, Maple Smoke, Caramelized Pecans, Iced Coffee, Smoked Coffee, Gourmet Coffee
Equipment
- Large glass jar
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Smoking gun or smoker
- Glass dome or container for smoking
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarsely ground dark roast coffee beans
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Maple wood chips for smoking
Instructions
- Combine ground coffee and cold water in a large jar. Stir gently and refrigerate for 16 hours.
- Strain coffee through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
- Mix pecans with maple syrup, brown sugar, and salt.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Set up smoker or smoking gun with maple wood chips.
- Smoke strained cold brew for 2-3 minutes under a dome.
- Serve over ice, topped with crushed caramelized pecans.
Pro Tips
- Use fresh, coarsely ground dark roast beans for the best cold brew flavor
- Let the smoke cool completely before adding to the cold brew to prevent bitterness
- Store extra caramelized pecans in an airtight container for up to two weeks
- For the best smoke flavor, use real maple wood chips, not liquid smoke
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 150mg, Potassium: 125mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 18g, Iron: 0.5mg, Calcium: 25mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT15M
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT16H35M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
