Vanilla Bean Chai Moka Pot with Torched Meringue
A cozy coffee treat with warm chai spices and fluffy torched meringue topping
March 7, 2025
Love fancy coffee drinks but want to make them at home? This Vanilla Bean Chai Moka Pot creation combines rich coffee with aromatic chai spices and real vanilla bean, all topped with a cloud of torched meringue that makes every sip special.
Using your Moka pot, you'll brew a rich medium-dark roast coffee that perfectly complements the homemade chai spice blend. The vanilla bean adds natural sweetness, while the torched meringue creates a dramatic presentation that's sure to impress. Perfect for weekend brunches or whenever you want to treat yourself!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary coffee drink! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Restaurant-quality drink you can make at home
- Perfect balance of coffee, chai spices, and vanilla
- Show-stopping presentation with the torched meringue
- Customizable spice blend to match your taste
Vanilla Bean Chai Moka Pot with Torched Meringue
A cozy coffee treat with warm chai spices and fluffy torched meringue topping
Moka Pot Coffee, Chai Coffee, Torched Meringue, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Spiced Coffee, Hot Coffee
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Coffee grinder
- Kitchen torch
- Electric mixer
- Measuring spoons
- Coffee scale
Ingredients
- 18g medium-dark roast coffee beans, finely ground
- 240ml filtered water
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 large egg white
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
- Mix all ground spices with the ground coffee
- Fill the Moka pot base with hot water up to the valve
- Add the coffee-spice mixture to the filter basket
- Add vanilla bean seeds to the upper chamber
- Assemble the Moka pot and brew on medium heat
- While coffee brews, make the meringue: beat egg white until foamy
- Add cream of tartar and gradually beat in sugar until stiff peaks form
- Pour brewed coffee into your serving cup
- Top with meringue and torch until golden brown
- Serve immediately while meringue is still warm
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Make sure your egg whites are at room temperature for the best meringue
- Let the coffee cool slightly before adding the meringue to prevent it from melting too quickly
- Toast your whole spices before grinding for more intense chai flavor
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 38g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 55mg, Potassium: 128mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 36g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT10M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT25M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
