Cinnamon Coffee

Y'all know I am a big coffee fan and I drink a lot of it.  I don't do K-cups that much anymore, I like my coffee a little stronger and I also don't want to be limited to one cup.  I brew about a half of a pot every morning for myself.

I had seen people talk about putting cinnamon on their grounds before brewing but had never given it a go.  I was feeling a little adventurous this past weekend and decided to give it a try.

I brewed it with cinnamon everyday since, it has definitely become my go-to.

Super simple just sprinkle a little cinnamon on your brewed coffee and brew like normal.  It lends a subtle spice, my husband even said nutty, taste and takes away the bitterness of the coffee.  It's a win for me.

I'm not using any fancy cinnamon, that's Dollar Tree cinnamon right there.

Have you tried this in your coffee?  What other spice combos have you used??

Easy Iced Coffee

Iced coffee is one of my guilty pleasures.  I don't know about you but it isn't in my budget to buy them regularly.  I figured out how to make a pretty good homemade version.

The night before I prepare coffee with sugar.  I use the Keurig but you could also brew a pot and make a larger supply.

After it has cooled I put it in a jar, cover and place in the fridge to cool overnight.

In the morning I get a new jar and fill it with ice cubes.  I like to freeze leftover coffee and use in my iced coffee so it doesn't get watered down.  Fill up the jar with your cold coffee.

You can drink it like it is but I prefer to add a little creamer.  This Toasted Marshmallow Mocha is a new favorite.

You can use almond milk, coconut milk, or whatever creamer you want to switch up the flavor.  You could also add in flavored syrups for an extra coffee house flavor.

Eggnogg Latte Recipe

If you follow me on instagram you know my love for coffee.  Americano, cappuccino, latte give me all the coffee!  I love to go to a coffee shop and pick up a cup but that definitely adds up.  Today I'm sharing my recipe for a homemade eggnog latte.  I love eggnog but if you aren't a fan you could just replace it with milk and add flavored syrup.  

What you need:

- 2/3 cup eggnogg | my favorite is this Southern Comfort kind

- 1/3 cup milk | we had coconut on hand but your can use whatever you want

- 1/2 cup strong coffee | I used a K-cup 

- pinch of nutmeg 

- Optional 2 Tbsp sugar

What to do:

1. Measure your eggnog and milk (and sugar if wanted) and mix together.  Pour into a mug and microwave for about 1 minute and 30 seconds.  

2. Froth your milk and eggnog mixture.  I like to use a frother for ease but you can also pour the milk into a jar/cup with a lid and vigorously shake for 30 seconds until it has doubled in size and you can see the froth.

3. Measure your coffee.  I typically use a dark roast k-cup and make it on the smallest setting.

4. Top with nutmeg and enjoy!    

This is one of my favorite holiday treats!