10 Great Coffee Recipes You Can Make at Home

As any barista knows, coffee lovers are always on the lookout for unique and exciting coffee recipes to try at home. Here are 10 coffee recipes that home users would find useful and unique, and that can be made with normal coffee equipment.

1. Dalgona Coffee

Dalgona coffee became a viral sensation during the COVID-19 pandemic and for good reason! It’s an easy, frothy, and delicious way to enjoy your coffee.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons instant coffee
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• Milk

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or hand mixer
• Glass

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water until it becomes frothy and light.
2. Fill a glass with milk and top with the frothy coffee mixture.

2. Irish Coffee

Irish coffee is a classic cocktail made with coffee, whiskey, and cream. It’s perfect for chilly evenings or to enjoy after dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hot coffee
• 1 shot of Irish whiskey
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Heavy cream

Equipment:

• Mug
• Spoon

Instructions:

1. Pour hot coffee into a mug and add the brown sugar. Stir until dissolved.
2. Add the whiskey to the coffee and stir.
3. Pour heavy cream over the back of a spoon onto the surface of the coffee to create a layer of cream on top.

3. Vietnamese Iced Coffee

Vietnamese iced coffee, also known as Ca phe sua da, is a refreshing and sweet coffee drink made with strong coffee and sweetened condensed milk.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons dark roast coffee
• 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
• Ice cubes
• Water

Equipment:

• Phin coffee filter
• Glass
• Spoon

Instructions:

1. Place the coffee filter over a glass and add the coffee grounds.
2. Pour hot water over the grounds and let it drip through the filter.
3. Add sweetened condensed milk to the glass and stir until well combined.
4. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour the coffee over the ice.

4. Cinnamon Dolce Latte

The Cinnamon Dolce Latte is a Starbucks classic that can easily be made at home. It’s a sweet and spicy coffee drink that’s perfect for a cozy afternoon.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup of strong coffee
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon syrup (you can make this by boiling equal parts of water and sugar with a cinnamon stick)
• Whipped cream

Equipment:

• Espresso machine or coffee maker
• Milk frother or saucepan
• Glass

Instructions:

1. Brew your espresso or strong coffee.
2. In a saucepan or milk frother, heat and froth the milk.
3. Add the cinnamon syrup to the milk and stir.
4. Pour the milk over the espresso and top with whipped cream.

5. Mexican Mocha

The Mexican Mocha is a spicy twist on a classic mocha. It’s made with chocolate and cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne pepper to give it a kick.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup of strong coffee
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• A pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1 cup milk
• Whipped cream

Equipment:

• Espresso machine or coffee maker
• Saucepan
• Whisk
• Glass

Instructions:

1. Brew your espresso or strong coffee.
2. In a saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper.
3. Add the milk to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture is hot and well combined.
4. Pour the spiced milk over the espresso and top with whipped cream.