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Spiced Coffee

January 28, 2021 by Sharon 10 Comments

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Want to make coffee shop style drinks at home? Try this super easy Spiced Coffee recipe featuring warm spices typically for chai. Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are brewed along with the ground coffee beans to create a beautiful winter spiced coffee.

a mug of chai spiced coffee

Is there spicy coffee that is do-it-yourself?

You might be surprised to learn how simple it is to enjoy spiced coffee drinks that you make at home.

All you have to do is add spices to your ground coffee beans! It is so easy.

a mug of chai spiced coffee

HOW TO MAKE CHAI SPICED COFFEE

This particular blend is kind of like an Indian spiced coffee because I’ve used masala chai spices as my inspiration. Masala chai is loosely translated to mixed spice tea so for this recipe, it is mixed spice coffee. 😉

What spices to add to coffee? Here is what you’ll need:

  • ground spices – cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cardamom
  • ground coffee beans
ground spices and beans on a tray

Simply grind your beans and add in the spices. Pop them all into your filter and get percolating.

a filter with ground beans and spices

It smells beautiful as it brews.

This cinnamon coffee could also be called a Christmas spiced coffee! It is perfect for making the season a little more special by adding the aromatic spices to your morning cuppa joe.

a mug of chai spiced coffee

FAQ’S, TIPS, SUBSTITUTIONS

  • How can I make coffee taste better without sugar? This method is your answer. Adding spices adds flavour and reduces the need for sugar in your coffee! Keep reading this list for some more flavour variations.
  • Can I mix cinnamon with coffee? Yes. But it is hard to just stir into your cup because it clumps and can be difficult to incorporate. By brewing it along with the ground beans you will have smooth cinnamon spiced coffee.
  • What do I add to the coffee once it is brewed? If you are looking to cut out dairy and sugar, this recipe tastes great black. But, you can totally add milk, cream, or sweeteners to enhance the coffee how you like it.
  • If you wanted to substitute the masala chai spices you could try adding vanilla bean and ground hazelnuts or just use the cinnamon along with a pinch of cayenne for a more southern flair.
  • This coffee tastes just as good without the cardamom. It is an expensive spice to buy so don’t feel it is necessary.
a mug of chai spiced coffee

MORE HEALTHY HOT DRINKS RECIPES

  • Warm Golden Milk Latte
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  • Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix – Vegan
  • Vanilla Cashew Coffee Creamer
a mug of chai spiced coffee

Originally published April 23, 2014. Updated January 28, 2021.

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5 from 8 votes
a mug of chai spiced coffee
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Spiced Coffee
Prep Time
5 mins
Brewing time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Want to make coffee shop style drinks at home? Try this super easy Spiced Coffee recipe featuring warm spices typically for chai. Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are brewed along with the ground coffee beans to create a beautiful winter spiced coffee.

Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cinnamon spiced coffee, spiced coffee
Servings: 4
Calories: 2 kcal
Author: Sharon
Ingredients
  • 1 cup ground coffee
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
Instructions
  1. Mix all ingredients together well and place into a coffee filter.

  2. Add four cups of filtered water and brew as usual.

  3. Enjoy black or add milk and sugar.

Nutrition Facts
Spiced Coffee
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2
Calcium 7mg1%
Iron 0.1mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Stephanie-Oh

    April 23, 2014 at 6:06 pm

    5 stars
    My husband and I have been grinding our own coffee for years. A couple years ago I started sprinkling cinnamon prior to brewing. I esp. love Penzeys or The Spice House Vietnamese cinnamon. I love that first cup of coffee in the morning. We limit ourselves to 1 gigantic cup of jo. I look forward to trying your Chai recipe. Sounds wonderful. I’m already looking forward to tomorrow morning!!!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      April 23, 2014 at 10:32 pm

      Thanks so much Stephanie! I must agree that life is just that much better with a cup of java. 🙂 Thanks for the recommendations on cinnamon. I’ll have to check those brands out. I go through cinnamon like crazy! I hope you have a fabulous morning tomorrow with this Chai blend. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods

    April 24, 2014 at 11:38 pm

    5 stars
    Oh, this coffee sounds amazing! I love the smell of fresh ground beans. I too have tried many times to stop drinking coffee and have failed. I’m totally addicted to that caffeine. I do try to only have a cup, but lately I find I’m having a second a little later in the morning. It’s such a vicious cycle.

    Reply
    • Sharon

      April 25, 2014 at 10:31 am

      I’m glad I’m not alone! 🙂 I guess there are much worse addictions to have, right? Have a great weekend Cindy!

      Reply
  3. Noma

    September 21, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    5 stars
    Tried it and yes! Really good!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      September 22, 2015 at 8:55 am

      Hooray! Glad you enjoyed. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Amanda McCune

    May 29, 2016 at 10:34 pm

    How much water are you adding to?

    Reply
    • Sharon

      May 30, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      I usually make 4-6 cups

      Reply
  5. MaryEllen Norelli

    August 2, 2016 at 11:19 am

    5 stars
    I inadvertently found your site and immediately signed up. I’ve been limited to one cuppa day and the only way I’ve found success is with a Keurig coffee maker. But I so miss grinding my beans every morning.
    Like another of your commenters, I used to add cinnamon on occasion to the ground coffee before brewing. I love the sound of your recipe for Chai Coffee and think when I have my family/friends visit that would be a wonderful change. However, it’s been so many years that I’ve used a coffee maker I was wondering how much water do you use for the one cup of ground coffee? Also, would you recommend any particular brand of coffee bean?

    Reply
    • Sharon

      August 2, 2016 at 11:47 am

      Hey Mary Ellen! I’m with you on one cup a day, however the man of the house drinks unlimited amounts. Nice for him. 😉 We usually brew approximately 5 cups of water to about 1/4 cup of ground beans. I like to stick to the organic & fair trade coffees as the coffee bean is a heavily sprayed crop. We like Kicking Horse which is a local Canadian brand. Ethical Bean is another good brand and I know that one is available for a decent price at Costco. I hope that helps! Enjoy the rest of the week and the java. 🙂 Thanks Mary Ellen!

      Reply

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