Description
Cozy up your winter evenings with this Christmas Fireside Coffee recipe, a warming blend of strong coffee, aromatic spices, and a smooth touch of milk and cream. Enhanced with optional Irish cream liqueur or bourbon for a festive adult twist, this drink is topped with whipped cream and garnished with cinnamon and nutmeg for the perfect holiday indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee Base
- 2 cups brewed strong coffee or espresso
Spices and Sweeteners
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger (optional)
Milk & Flavoring
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk or cream for a richer texture)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Alcohol (Optional)
- 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur or bourbon
Toppings & Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon and nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- Brew Coffee: Brew 2 cups of strong coffee or espresso to create the base for the drink. Use your preferred coffee maker or espresso machine to extract bold flavors.
- Mix Spices and Sugar: In a small bowl or directly in the coffee pot, combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and optional ground ginger. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Heat Milk and Flavor: Warm the milk (or cream) gently on the stovetop or microwave until hot but not boiling. Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse it with flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the brewed coffee into mugs, then add the spiced sugar mixture, stirring well to dissolve the sugar and blend the spices throughout. Next, add the warmed milk and stir to combine thoroughly.
- Add Alcohol (Optional): For an adult version, add 1/4 cup of Irish cream liqueur or bourbon to each mug and stir gently to incorporate.
- Top and Garnish: Finish each coffee with a generous dollop of whipped cream. Lightly sprinkle ground cinnamon and nutmeg over the top as a festive garnish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Christmas Fireside Coffee hot to enjoy the full warmth and spice, perfect for cozy holiday evenings.
Notes
- You can adjust the sugar level to suit your taste preferences.
- Use whole milk for creaminess or cream for an extra rich texture.
- The ginger is optional but adds a nice festive warmth.
- Omit the alcohol for a kid-friendly or non-alcoholic version.
- Whipped cream can be substituted with coconut whipped cream for a dairy-free option.
- For an extra touch of holiday flavor, consider adding a cinnamon stick as a stirrer.
