There’s nothing like a warm cup of coffee in the fall to give you that extra energy boost and leave you feeling all cozy inside. When temperatures are cooler, and daylight savings ends, a cup of coffee is a practical way to overcome that sluggish feeling and seize the day. While a simple cup of coffee with cream and sugar (or black if that’s your preference) tastes excellent, sometimes it’s good to mix things up.
During the fall, lots of coffee lovers enjoy mixing and matching flavors to reflect the spices and aromas of the season. If you’d like to treat yourself this year without having to break the bank at a local cafe or restaurant, here are some fall coffee ideas you can try at home.
Pull Out The Maple Syrup
Whether you brew your coffee in an electric coffeemaker, french press, or another pour over coffee method, adding a touch of maple syrup to your drink will do the trick. Put away the other sweeteners and syrups and replace them with maple syrup and a bit of milk or cream. It even tastes great in a cold brew or iced coffee if that’s your preference.
Nutmeg Works Wonders
Do you love the taste and smell of gingerbread cookies baking in the fall? If so, you’ll love that same flavor in your coffee. All you need is a bit of nutmeg (to taste), and you’re good to go. While freshly grated nutmeg sprinkled on the top of your coffee is the best, you can always grab the pre-ground nutmeg out of your pantry for the same great taste.
You Can’t Go Wrong With Apples
Ahh… if there’s one thing that screams fall, it’s apple pie. The deliciously flaky crust followed by sweet apples and cinnamon is the perfect fall dessert. If you’re a fan of apple pie, why not add that same flavor to your coffee? If so, you’ll need to create an apple-flavored syrup. You can find some in the stores or check for recipes online.
Ideally, you want to start by boiling a mixture of apples, apple juice, black peppercorns, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, thyme, apple cider vinegar, and a sweetener of your choice in water. Once it begins to caramelize, strain the solids, and you’ve got yourself some delicious apple syrup great for coffee and other fall treats.
Nutella With A Hint Of Vanilla
Yes. You read that right. Nutella mixed with coffee is a delicious fall drink you have to try. The rich chocolate and nutty flavor pair well with a cup of joe. Before you get excited, you shouldn’t toss a spoonful of Nutella into the coffee cup. You want to make a syrup so that it blends well with your warm drink. To begin, you should boil some Nutella and milk or cream. Then, add some cocoa powder and some vanilla extract to taste. Finally, pour the syrupy mixture into your coffee and enjoy.
Pumpkin Spice
Of course, you can’t mention fall flavors and spices without bringing up pumpkin spice. It’s one of the most popular additives for coffee lovers – and rightfully so. If you want to create pumpkin spice coffee at home, it’s a lot easier than you think. All you need is two tablespoons of ground cinnamon, a tablespoon of ground ginger, 1 ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and a ½ teaspoon of ground cloves. When you’re ready to enjoy a cup of coffee, add these seasonings to the grounds and mix. Then, make your coffee as usual and enjoy.
Drinking coffee in the fall seems to go hand in hand. It’s a warm drink that gives you an extra energy boost when the days are shorter, and the temperatures are colder. As drinking a typical cup of coffee every day can get boring, you can switch things up by adding a touch of fall to your favorite drink. Enjoy it with a delicious pastry, bread, or muffin, and you’re sure to fall in love (pun intended).