Roasted Hazelnut Cold Brew with Fig Syrup
A smooth cold brew with nutty hazelnut and sweet fig for a delicious coffee treat
December 27, 2024
Looking for a coffee that's both refreshing and unique? This Roasted Hazelnut Cold Brew with Fig Syrup combines smooth cold-brewed coffee with toasted hazelnuts and naturally sweet figs for an amazing flavor combo you won't find anywhere else.
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just cold brew your favorite medium-dark roast coffee, add our homemade fig syrup, and a splash of roasted hazelnut. It's perfect for warm summer mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up that's naturally sweetened.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Natural sweetness from figs instead of processed sugar
- Rich nutty flavor from real roasted hazelnuts
- Smooth and less acidic thanks to the cold brew method
- Make ahead friendly - prep once, enjoy all week
Roasted Hazelnut Cold Brew with Fig Syrup
A smooth cold brew with nutty hazelnut and sweet fig for a delicious coffee treat
Cold Brew Coffee, Hazelnut Coffee, Fig Syrup, Iced Coffee, Healthy Coffee, Natural Sweetener
Equipment
- Large jar or pitcher
- Coffee grinder
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Coffee filters
- Small saucepan
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground coffee beans (medium-dark roast)
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 8 fresh figs, chopped
- 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/2 cup roasted hazelnuts
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine ground coffee with 4 cups cold water in a large jar. Stir gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight.
- For the fig syrup, combine chopped figs with 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan.
- Simmer for 15 minutes, then strain and let cool completely.
- Strain the cold brew through a coffee filter.
- In each glass, combine 1 cup cold brew with 2 tablespoons fig syrup.
- Add crushed roasted hazelnuts and ice. Stir and serve.
Pro Tips
- Use freshly roasted coffee beans ground just before brewing for the best flavor
- Let the fig syrup cool completely before adding to avoid diluting the cold brew
- Store extra fig syrup in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks
- Toast hazelnuts until fragrant to enhance their flavor
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 0.6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 350mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 20g, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 1.2mg