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Spiced Coffee (Christmas Eve)

Christmas Eve Dinner Drinks 30 min Medium 12 wyświetleń ~10.32 PLN - (0)
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Aromatic coffee with spices is a warming drink perfect for Christmas Eve and winter evenings. It is brewed coffee with the addition of cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, star anise, and orange peel, gently sweetened and served with warm milk — it has an intense, spicy aroma with a citrus note. It works perfectly as an alternative to tea during the festive evening, is visually impressive (a steaming mug with spices and a slice of orange), and flavor-wise combines sweetness, spiciness, and the creaminess of milk. Serve in elegant cups, optionally with whipped cream or a teaspoon of orange liqueur for adults.

Składniki (11)

Servings:
4
  • Ground coffee 40 g
  • Water 600 ml
  • Whole milk 400 ml
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Ground cinnamon 4 g
  • Ground cloves 1 g
  • Ground cardamom 2 g
  • Star anise (ground) 2 g
  • Dried orange peel 6 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Brown sugar (optional) 40 g
  • Orange liqueur (optional, for adults) 50 g
  • Whipped cream 30% (optional) 100 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~10.32 PLN (2.58 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Take out all the ingredients and prepare the tools: a small saucepan with a capacity of about 1–1.5 l, a wooden spoon, a kitchen scale, a fine mesh strainer (or coffee filter), a milk jug, and a kitchen thermometer (optional). Weigh 40 g of ground coffee on the kitchen scale and set it aside.

Ingredients: Ground coffee
Use a kitchen scale to measure the portions accurately. A saucepan with a thick bottom will be best, as it will prevent the spices from burning.

Cooking the spices

2

Pour 600 ml of water into a saucepan. Add 4 g of cinnamon, 1 g of cloves, 2 g of cardamom, 2 g of star anise, and 6 g of dried orange peel. Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat, stirring occasionally, until the water begins to gently boil (the first bubbles will appear at the edges). When it starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes — the goal is to extract the flavor of the spices.

Ingredients: Water, Ground cinnamon, Ground cloves, Ground cardamom, Star anise (ground), Dried orange peel
Use a wooden spoon to stir. Cook over low heat to allow the spices to release their aroma without becoming bitter. After 5 minutes, there should be an intense scent of spices in the pot.

Brewing coffee

3

After 5 minutes, add 40 g of ground coffee to the saucepan. Stir vigorously with a spoon to ensure the coffee blends well with the spiced water. Raise the temperature to a gentle boil and cook for 3–4 minutes on very low heat — just lightly bubbling, not vigorously. Monitor the aroma: after 3 minutes, the coffee should have an intense scent, and the brew should be dark and rich.

Ingredients: Ground coffee, Ground cinnamon, Ground cloves, Ground cardamom, Star anise (ground), Dried orange peel, Water
Stir slowly and evenly to prevent the coffee from sticking to the bottom. This is a key step: cooking for too long (over 5 minutes) will make the brew bitter.

Draining and resting

4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the grounds to settle at the bottom. Then strain the brew through a fine mesh sieve into a clean pitcher or directly into a serving pitcher. If you want a very clear brew, pour it through a coffee filter.

Ingredients: Water, Ground coffee
Use a fine sieve, and if you have a paper filter, pass the brew through it for clarity. Letting the brew rest for a moment reduces the amount of sediment in the cup.

Heating and frothing milk

5

In a separate pot, heat 400 ml of milk to a temperature of about 60–65°C (do not bring to a boil — small bubbles will appear at the edges). If you want to create foam, use a milk frother or a hand whisk and whip the milk for 20–30 seconds just before serving.

Ingredients: Whole milk
If you don't have a thermometer, heat the milk for 2–3 minutes over medium heat and watch for bubbles at the edges; do not let it boil, as the milk will curdle and lose its sweetness.

Mixing and seasoning

6

Pour into four cups alternately: first 100 ml of filtered infusion with spices, then 100 ml of heated milk — you will get 200 ml of drink per serving. Taste and sweeten each cup with 10 g of sugar (a total of 40 g) to your liking. For adults, you can add 12–15 g of orange liqueur to each cup (optional). If you are using whipped cream, place a tablespoon on top and sprinkle with a little cinnamon.

Ingredients: Brown sugar (optional), Orange liqueur (optional, for adults), Whipped cream 30% (optional), Whole milk, Water
Pour the milk over the spoon above the brew if you want to keep some of the foam on top. If you're adding liqueur — do it after brewing the drink, just before serving.

Serving

7

Serve the coffee in warmed cups, decorated with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a slice of orange. Serve alongside small gingerbread cookies or holiday biscuits — this creates a cohesive, festive flavor set.

Ingredients: Ground cinnamon, Dried orange peel, Whipped cream 30% (optional), Orange liqueur (optional, for adults)
Heat the cups with boiling water before pouring the drink — a warm cup helps maintain the drink's temperature longer. Additionally, you can add liqueur and whipped cream as an option for guests.

Fun Fact

💡

Adding spices to coffee has a long history — in the Middle Eastern and North African countries, coffee is often flavored with cardamom and cinnamon. In Poland, spicy additions pair well with the festive flavors and aromas of Christmas Eve.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in warmed cups, decorated with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick. For children and those avoiding alcohol, omit the liqueur; instead of whipped cream, use whipped plant-based milk for a vegan version. For serving, prepare small spoons and dessert cookies.

🥡 Storage

A spice infusion can be stored in the refrigerator for 24 hours in a sealed container; before serving again, heat slowly and add fresh milk. Do not store the version already mixed with milk for longer than 6–8 hours in the refrigerator.

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