Pumpkin Spice French Press with Whipped Cream
A cozy French press coffee with warm pumpkin spices and fluffy whipped cream
January 8, 2025
Love pumpkin spice season? This homemade French press coffee brings together rich coffee with classic fall spices and a cloud of sweet whipped cream on top. It's like your favorite coffee shop drink, but even better because you made it yourself!
This recipe is super simple to make with your French press and basic pantry spices. We use a medium-dark roast coffee that stands up perfectly to the warm blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfect for crisp autumn mornings or afternoon treats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with your new favorite autumn coffee!
- Super easy to make at home
- Perfect blend of coffee and fall spices
- Customizable sweetness level
- More affordable than coffee shop versions
Pumpkin Spice French Press with Whipped Cream
A cozy French press coffee with warm pumpkin spices and fluffy whipped cream
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Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Kettle
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 cups hot water (200°F)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix ground coffee with spices in your French press
- Pour hot water over the coffee mixture
- Stir gently and let steep for 4 minutes
- While coffee steeps, whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form
- Slowly press down the French press plunger
- Pour coffee into mugs and top with whipped cream
- Optionally dust with extra cinnamon
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee for the best flavor
- Heat your water to 200°F (93°C) - just below boiling - for optimal extraction
- Let the coffee steep for exactly 4 minutes for perfect strength
- Chill your bowl and beaters for the best whipped cream results
Calories: 175kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 58mg, Sodium: 24mg, Potassium: 128mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Calcium: 38mg, Iron: 0.2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
