Authentic Café de Olla Recipe
This Authentic Café de Olla Recipe combines the richness of coffee with the earthy sweetness of piloncillo and the warmth of cinnamon and cloves. It’s a traditional Mexican coffee that’s simple to make and a perfect way to start your day. You’ll also find ideas below for customizing it and enjoying it your own way.
Equipment
- olla de barro or small pot
- Mesh strainer
- cheesecloth
Ingredients
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 medium stick of Ceylon cinnamon (or half of a bigger one)
- 2 oz piloncillo (see notes)
- ½ cup ground coffee
Instructions
- Add the water to a medium pot or olla de barro.
- Add in cloves, cinnamon, and piloncillo.
- Bring the water to a low simmer for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally to allow the piloncillo to dissolve.
- Stir in the coffee grounds and remove from heat. Do not boil the coffee or else it will taste bitter.
- Cover and allow to steep for 5 minutes.
- Use a mesh strainer to strain the coffee. To avoid any coffee grounds from getting through, you can use a cheesecloth over the strainer.
- Serve black or with a splash of milk or creamer.
Notes
- If you cannot find piloncillo, substitute for ¼ cup of brown sugar or coconut sugar.
- See blog post for other serving suggestions and variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 263gCalories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 5mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
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