Roasted Chestnut French Press with Orange Zest
A cozy winter coffee with roasted chestnuts and bright orange zest
February 7, 2025
Love the flavors of winter? This Roasted Chestnut French Press Coffee brings together the rich, nutty taste of roasted chestnuts with bright citrus notes from fresh orange zest. It's like drinking a holiday memory!
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee in a French press, where the chestnuts and orange zest steep together to create magic. The French press method lets all the flavors blend perfectly, making it ideal for slow weekend mornings or holiday gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to experience a coffee that brings winter comfort to your cup!
- Perfect winter flavors that remind you of holiday markets
- Super simple to make with just a French press
- Unique combination of nutty and citrus notes
- Great for entertaining during the holiday season
Roasted Chestnut French Press with Orange Zest
A cozy winter coffee with roasted chestnuts and bright orange zest
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Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Microplane or zester
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
- 2 roasted chestnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 orange, zested
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- Optional: brown sugar to taste
Instructions
- Place coarsely ground coffee in your French press
- Add chopped roasted chestnuts and fresh orange zest
- Heat water to 200°F (just below boiling)
- Pour hot water over the coffee mixture
- Gently stir once
- Let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Pour into warmed cups and serve immediately
- Add brown sugar if desired
Pro Tips
- Toast the chestnuts until they're fragrant but not burnt for the best flavor
- Use fresh orange zest, not dried, for the brightest citrus notes
- Let the coffee steep for exactly 4 minutes for optimal extraction
- Warm your cups before serving to maintain the perfect temperature
Calories: 45kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0.5g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 cups
Total Time:
PT14M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
