Description
A delicious and creamy drink made from roasted grains, perfect for those looking for a caffeine-free alternative to traditional coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup roasted grain coffee (barley, chicory, or dandelion)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (sugar, honey, or maple syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the roasted grain coffee and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter into a large mug or pitcher.
- In another saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- Whisk in the sweetener, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Pour the warm milk mixture into the brewed grain coffee and stir gently.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness to your preference.
- For a creamier texture, froth the milk before adding it to the coffee.
- Feel free to experiment with different grains for varying flavors.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: grain coffee, coffee with milk, caffeine-free coffee, roasted grain coffee recipe, healthy coffee alternative