Premium Gingerbread Café Au Lait
A festive twist on the classic café au lait, infused with warm gingerbread spices
Craving a cozy cup of holiday cheer? This Premium Gingerbread Café Au Lait is your ticket to winter wonderland bliss! Inspired by the beloved flavors of traditional gingerbread cookies, this indulgent beverage combines the rich, bold taste of dark roast coffee with the comforting warmth of gingerbread spices.
We start with freshly ground dark roast beans, brewed to perfection using a French press for maximum flavor extraction. The coffee is then blended with steamed milk infused with a homemade gingerbread syrup, featuring notes of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of molasses. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of gingerbread crumbs, this café au lait is a festive treat that'll warm you from the inside out.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this Premium Gingerbread Café Au Lait! Here's why it's bound to become your new holiday favorite:
- Perfect balance of flavors: The rich coffee and creamy milk perfectly complement the warm, spicy notes of gingerbread.
- Customizable sweetness: Easily adjust the gingerbread syrup to suit your taste preferences.
- Festive aroma: The enticing scent of gingerbread spices will fill your kitchen, creating an instant cozy atmosphere.
- Versatile treat: Enjoy it as a special breakfast indulgence or an afternoon pick-me-up during the holiday season.
- Impressive presentation: The whipped cream and gingerbread crumb topping make it a picture-perfect beverage for sharing on social media.
Premium Gingerbread Café Au Lait
A festive twist on the classic café au lait, infused with warm gingerbread spices
Equipment
- French press or coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Saucepan
- Milk frother (optional)
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mugs for serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups dark roast coffee beans, freshly ground
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons gingerbread syrup (homemade or store-bought)
- Whipped cream, for topping
- 2 gingerbread cookies, crumbled
- For homemade gingerbread syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- If making homemade gingerbread syrup, combine all syrup ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool. Strain and store in an airtight container.
- Brew the coffee using a French press or your preferred method, using 2 cups of water and the freshly ground dark roast beans.
- While the coffee is brewing, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming, or use a milk frother if available.
- In each serving mug, combine 1 cup of hot coffee with 2 tablespoons of gingerbread syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Slowly pour 1 cup of the steamed milk into each mug, holding back the foam with a spoon.
- Top each drink with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with crumbled gingerbread cookies.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Premium Gingerbread Café Au Lait!
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