Pear and Brown Butter French Press
A cozy French press coffee with caramelized pears and nutty brown butter
February 4, 2025
Looking for a fancy twist on your morning French press? This cozy coffee drink combines the rich flavors of brown butter with sweet caramelized pears for a coffee experience that feels like fall in a cup!
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using your French press and a medium-dark roast coffee, the brown butter adds a nutty warmth while the caramelized pears bring natural sweetness. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This unique coffee creation will become your new favorite way to enjoy French press!
- Rich brown butter adds a delicious nutty flavor
- Caramelized pears provide natural sweetness
- Simple ingredients you probably have at home
- Perfect fall drink that's cozy and warming
Pear and Brown Butter French Press
A cozy French press coffee with caramelized pears and nutty brown butter
French Press Coffee, Brown Butter Coffee, Pear Coffee, Fall Coffee, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Small saucepan
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
- Kitchen scale
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium ripe pear, diced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 40g medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 500ml hot water (200°F/93°C)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add diced pears and brown sugar. Cook until caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground coffee to your French press.
- Pour hot water over the grounds and stir gently.
- Place plunger on top and let steep for 4 minutes.
- Slowly press down the plunger.
- Divide coffee between two mugs.
- Add 1 tablespoon brown butter and caramelized pears to each mug.
- Stir gently and finish with a tiny pinch of sea salt.
Pro Tips
- Use ripe but firm pears for the best caramelization
- Let the brown butter cool slightly before adding to coffee to prevent separation
- Grind coffee beans just before brewing for the freshest flavor
- Use filtered water heated to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 36mg, Sodium: 98mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 450IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 15mg, Iron: 0.2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT10M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT20M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
