Christmas Coffee

Tis the season!!
What could be better at Christmas time than getting together with friends and family and celebrating with a great meal (and loads of presents).

In the spirit of the holidays, we here at Café-Direct thought it would be nice to offer you not one, but two delicious recipes. Treat your guests (and yourself!) to these rich and flavorful coffees and make it a Christmas to remember!

Wishing you and your loved ones a  very joyful Christmas!!

Christmas coffee

Ingredients:

10 cups brewed coffee

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (or cardamom)

1/3 cup water

whipped cream, for garnish

milk and sugar, for serving

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, boil sugar, cocoa, cinnamon and water for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
2. Add to coffee, stir and serve immediately. Stir again if served later.
3. Serve with whipped cream, milk and sugar.
4. Good with a splash of Brandy, Frangelico, Kahlua or Bailey’s, if desired.

 

Spiced Christmas Coffee

Ingredients:

3/4 cup chilled whipping cream

1 1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1 tablespoon brandy (optional)

1 cup freshly ground coffee (preferably a mild roast)

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

3 teaspoons ground cardamom or 5 crushed cardamom pods

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 tablespoon sugar

7 cups water

1. Using an electric mixer, beat whipping cream in a large bowl to soft peaks.
2. Add powdered sugar and brandy; beat to peaks.
3. Place ground coffee, cardamom, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in coffee filter.
4. Using spoon, mix gently.
5. Add water to the coffee maker and brew according to manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Divide coffee among 8 cups.
7. Garnish each with a dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately.

Thank you to Food.com for the recipes and BecR for the photo.