Mexican Mocha AeroPress with Cinnamon Churro Cream
A cozy Mexican mocha with rich chocolate, warm spices, and fluffy churro cream
December 27, 2024
Love Mexican hot chocolate? This AeroPress Mexican Mocha combines rich coffee with dark chocolate, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a warm, spicy kick that'll wake up your taste buds!
This coffee drink is super easy to make at home. Using medium-dark roast beans and the AeroPress brewing method creates a perfectly balanced base for the Mexican chocolate flavors. Top it with our homemade cinnamon churro cream for an extra special coffee treat that's perfect any time of day.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this Mexican-inspired coffee creation!
- Perfect blend of chocolate and spices
- Quick and easy AeroPress brewing method
- Homemade churro cream takes it to the next level
- Customizable spice levels to suit your taste
Mexican Mocha AeroPress with Cinnamon Churro Cream
A cozy Mexican mocha with rich chocolate, warm spices, and fluffy churro cream
Mexican Mocha, AeroPress Coffee, Churro Cream, Spiced Coffee, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Coffee Recipe
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Digital scale
- Electric whisk or hand mixer
- Thermometer
- Serving mug
Ingredients
- 17g medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 200ml hot water (195°F/90°C)
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- For the Churro Cream:
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency
- Mix chocolate powder, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in your serving mug
- Set up your AeroPress in the inverted position
- Add ground coffee to the AeroPress
- Pour hot water over the grounds and stir gently
- Let steep for 1 minute
- Attach filter and flip onto your mug
- Press slowly for about 30 seconds
- For the churro cream, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until soft peaks form
- Top the coffee with churro cream and dust with extra cinnamon
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level
- Make extra churro cream and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Warm your mug before serving for the best temperature
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 21g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Cholesterol: 65mg, Sodium: 45mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 75mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
