How to Make the Perfect Café con Miel for Cozy Mornings
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Café con Miel, a Spanish-inspired coffee infused with honey, warm spices, and creamy milk.
Equipment
- Coffee Maker or French Press
- Small saucepan (to heat milk)
- Whisk or milk frother
- Measuring Spoons
- Spoon for stirring
- 2 coffee mugs
Ingredients
- 2 cups brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash of nutmeg
Instructions
- Start by brewing your favorite coffee. You can use a French press, drip coffee maker, or even an espresso machine. Here are some tips for each method:French press: Coarse grind your coffee beans and use a 1:15 coffee to water ratio. Steep for 4 minutes.Drip coffee maker: Use medium grind coffee beans and follow your machine’s instructions for brewing.Espresso machine: Use fine grind coffee beans and pull a double shot of espresso.Choose high-quality coffee beans to ensure a rich and robust flavor. The choice of beans greatly impacts the final taste of your Café con Miel.
- Next, heat and froth the milk. You can use any type of milk, but whole milk or oat milk works best for frothing. Follow these steps:Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat. Do not let it boil.Use a frother to froth the milk until it is creamy and has a good amount of foam.If you don't have a frother, you can use a whisk or a jar. Shake the milk in a jar vigorously for 30-60 seconds and then heat it.Heating and frothing the milk adds a creamy texture and enhances the overall experience of the Café con Miel.
- Now, mix in the honey and spices. This step adds the unique sweetness and warmth that makes Café con Miel special.Add 1-2 tablespoons of honey to your brewed coffee.Stir well to ensure the honey dissolves completely.Add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg. You can adjust the spices to your taste.Combining honey and spices with the coffee creates a symphony of flavors that is both comforting and invigorating.
- Finally, combine everything and serve. Pour the brewed coffee with honey and spices into a cup.Slowly pour the frothed milk into the coffee, holding back the foam with a spoon.Top with the foam for a nice presentation.You can sprinkle a little more cinnamon on top for an extra touch.Serve your Café con Miel immediately while it's hot. This sweet and aromatic coffee is perfect for a cozy morning or a delightful afternoon treat.
