Roasted Hazelnut French Press with Blood Orange
A cozy French press coffee with toasted hazelnuts and bright blood orange zest
April 21, 2025
Looking for a coffee that's both cozy and refreshing? This French press recipe combines rich, toasted hazelnuts with bright blood orange zest for a perfectly balanced cup that'll wake up your taste buds!
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that pairs beautifully with the nutty and citrus flavors. The French press method brings out the coffee's natural oils, creating a full-bodied brew that's perfect for slow weekend mornings or special brunches.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this unique coffee creation!
- Perfect balance of nutty and citrus flavors
- Simple ingredients you can find year-round
- French press method creates a rich, full-bodied cup
- Customizable strength based on your preferences
Roasted Hazelnut French Press with Blood Orange
A cozy French press coffee with toasted hazelnuts and bright blood orange zest
French Press Coffee, Hazelnut Coffee, Blood Orange, Citrus Coffee, Specialty Coffee, Homemade Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Microplane or zester
- Small pan for toasting nuts
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 tablespoons roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 blood orange, zested
- 16 ounces hot water (200°F)
- Optional: honey or sugar to taste
Instructions
- Toast hazelnuts in a dry pan until fragrant and slightly golden
- Coarsely grind your coffee beans
- Add ground coffee and chopped hazelnuts to your French press
- Zest the blood orange directly over the grounds
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the mixture
- Stir gently and let steep for 4 minutes
- Press down slowly and serve immediately
- Add sweetener if desired
Pro Tips
- Toast hazelnuts until fragrant but not burnt for the best flavor
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for optimal taste
- Zest the blood orange just before brewing to capture the most aromatic oils
- Let the French press steep for exactly 4 minutes for perfect extraction
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 0.4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 4mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 1.2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin C: 15mg, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.8mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 cups
Total Time:
PT14M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
