Great Coffee Recipes You Can Make at Home!

Try Out These Recipes, and Experiment with Your Own Variations.

First, Our Favorite: Hazelnut Morning Espresso

Our espresso maker is one of the classic aluminum stovetop espresso makers (Click to see) from Italy.   Ours is a 3-serving size.  We use freshly ground beans, ground fine, and filtered water.  It takes 4 minutes to draw the espresso.  During this time we heat the creamer.   We use a Hazelnut flavored dairy creamer; the fewer the additives, the better the creamer will taste and will be healthier - so we do not recommend sugar-free or fat-free creamers.  Pour out exactly 1/3 cup of creamer and warm it in the microwave. Once it is heated, we use a 'frother wand' (Click to see) to foam it up, and then put in the Espresso, to mix with the creamer.  Now pour into your serving glasses.

If your espresso maker is not the 3cup variety, then you have to modify the amount of creamer.  Do not make it too sweet - you still want to taste the espresso!
 
This is so simple, yet it produces the perfect cup of flavored Espresso!  And if its later in the day, add a little rum !
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Here are Five More Recipes.  Fire up that Espresso Machine!

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• "Spiced Vanilla Latte": Begin by adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon to your milk. Froth the milk in your espresso machine, then add a shot of espresso and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
• "Caramel Macchiato": Add a tablespoon of caramel sauce to your cup, then pour steamed milk and a shot of espresso over it. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
• "Mocha Latte": Add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup to your cup, then pour steamed milk and a shot of espresso over it. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.
• "Peppermint Mocha": Add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup and a drop of peppermint extract to your cup, then pour steamed milk and a shot of espresso over it. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed candy cane.
• "Hazelnut Cappuccino": Add a tablespoon of hazelnut syrup to your cup, then pour steamed milk and a shot of espresso over it. Top with frothed milk and a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts.

How About Some Evening Coffee Drinks?

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1. "Dark Chocolate Red Wine Mocha": Add 1 oz dark chocolate liqueur and 1 oz red wine to a cup of steaming hot chocolate. Stir in a shot of espresso and top with whipped cream.
2. "Caramel Irish Coffee": Brew a strong cup of coffee, then add 1 oz Irish whiskey and 1 oz caramel syrup. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
   
3. "Vanilla Espresso Martini": Combine 1 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz Kahlua, and 1 oz espresso in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with three espresso beans.
   
4. "Gingerbread Latte Martini": Combine 1 oz gingerbread syrup, 1 oz vanilla vodka, and 1 oz espresso in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Top with steamed milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
5. "Mexican Hot Chocolate Coffee": Brew a strong cup of coffee, then stir in 1 oz chocolate syrup, 1 oz tequila, and a pinch of chili powder. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.

 
These gourmet coffee drinks are perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Enjoy responsibly and savor the rich flavors and aromas.
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Want More Gourmet Recipes?

​These elegant coffee recipes are perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a special coffee drink at home. For more tasty coffee drink recipes, check out these websites:
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1. "Epicurious" (https://www.epicurious.com/recipes-menus/coffee-drinks-to-make-at-home-gallery)
2. "Food & Wine" (https://www.foodandwine.com/drinks/coffee)
3. "Bon Appétit" (https://www.bonappetit.com/gallery/easy-coffee-drinks-at-home)