Spiced Persimmon Moka Pot with Star Anise
A cozy coffee treat with sweet persimmon and warming star anise spice
January 19, 2025
Looking for a unique fall coffee experience? This Spiced Persimmon Moka Pot combines the natural sweetness of ripe persimmons with the exotic warmth of star anise, creating a perfectly balanced autumn drink that'll make your taste buds dance.
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using your trusty moka pot, we brew a rich medium-dark roast coffee and infuse it with fresh persimmon syrup and star anise. It's perfect for those crisp fall mornings when you want something special in your cup.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this seasonal coffee creation!
- Perfect blend of fruit and spice
- Uses fresh seasonal persimmons
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Great alternative to pumpkin spice drinks
Spiced Persimmon Moka Pot with Star Anise
A cozy coffee treat with sweet persimmon and warming star anise spice
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Equipment
- Moka pot
- Small saucepan
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
- Cups for serving
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons ground coffee (medium-dark roast)
- 2 very ripe persimmons, peeled and chopped
- 2 whole star anise pods
- 3 tablespoons raw honey
- 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 2 cups water (for moka pot)
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the persimmon syrup: Combine chopped persimmons, honey, star anise, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes, then strain.
- Prepare your moka pot with the ground coffee according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Brew the coffee until you hear a gurgling sound.
- In each serving cup, add 2-3 tablespoons of the persimmon syrup.
- Pour the hot coffee over the syrup and stir well.
- Top with whipped cream if desired and garnish with a small star anise pod.
Pro Tips
- Use very ripe persimmons for the best natural sweetness
- Don't over-extract your moka pot coffee - remove from heat as soon as you hear the gurgling sound
- Toast the star anise briefly before using to enhance its aroma
- Store leftover persimmon syrup in an airtight container for up to 5 days
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0.5g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 485mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 35g, Vitamin A: 2500IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.8mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT15M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT25M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
