Caf De Olla Sweet Cinnamon Coffee
Indulge your senses with Cafè de Olla, a traditional Mexican sweet cinnamon coffee that’s as comforting as it is aromatic. This charming recipe combines the earthy richness of ground coffee with the warm, spiced notes of a large cinnamon stick, a touch of clove, and optional citrusy orange peel for a surprising twist. Sweetened naturally with piloncillo or dark brown sugar, it offers a perfectly balanced sweetness in every sip. Ready in just 15 minutes, this culturally inspired coffee is simmered gently to infuse its bold flavors, creating a rich and satisfying brew. Serve it steaming hot and enjoy the rustic, authentic taste of Mexico right in your own kitchen—an ideal treat for cozy mornings or after-dinner relaxation.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
- 1 large Cinnamon stick
- 0.33 cup Ground coffee
- 1 whole Clove (optional)
- 1 strip Orange peel (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the water is boiling, add the piloncillo (or dark brown sugar) and stir until it dissolves completely.
Step 3
Add the cinnamon stick, clove (if using), and orange peel (if using) to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 4
Stir in the ground coffee and let it simmer gently for an additional 2-3 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil at this stage to prevent over-extraction of the coffee.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow it to rest for 2 minutes so the coffee grounds settle at the bottom.
Step 6
Strain the coffee through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heatproof pitcher or directly into mugs.
Step 7
Serve hot and enjoy the rich, spiced flavor of Cafè de Olla.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1169.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 473.1 |
| Total Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 68.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 123.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 115.0g | |
| Protein 0.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 233.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 220.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories