Winter Spice French Press with Vanilla Bean
A cozy winter coffee with warm spices and rich vanilla bean flavor
January 6, 2025
Looking for a coffee that tastes like winter wonderland? This spiced French press coffee combines rich coffee with warming spices and real vanilla bean for a drink that's both comforting and exciting.
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee infused with winter spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom, plus the luxurious addition of real vanilla bean. It's super easy to make in your French press and perfect for those chilly winter mornings or cozy afternoon breaks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this winter-inspired coffee!
- Real vanilla bean adds authentic flavor you can't get from extract
- Warming winter spices create the perfect seasonal taste
- French press method ensures full-bodied flavor
- Customizable sweetness lets you make it just how you like it
Winter Spice French Press with Vanilla Bean
A cozy winter coffee with warm spices and rich vanilla bean flavor
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Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Measuring spoons
- Sharp knife for vanilla bean
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- Optional: brown sugar or honey to taste
Instructions
- Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds
- Add coarsely ground coffee to your French press
- Add vanilla bean seeds and pod, cinnamon, nutmeg, and crushed cardamom pods
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the coffee and spice mixture
- Stir gently to combine
- Let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Remove the vanilla pod
- Pour into pre-warmed mugs
- Add sweetener if desired
Pro Tips
- Grind your coffee beans just before brewing for the freshest flavor
- Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds for maximum flavor
- Don't press the French press plunger too quickly - slow and steady wins the race
- Pre-warm your coffee cups with hot water for the best temperature retention
Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 0g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Calcium: 15mg, Iron: 0.2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
