Coffee

Coffee

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Thabo Nkosi

10 Feb 2026

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Cook

10 mins

Serves

2 People

Calories

175 calories

Indulge in a cozy cup of homemade coffee, enriched with creamy milk, a hint of vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Perfect for a comforting morning ritual or an afternoon pick-me-up with friends.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch cinnamon

Method

  1. 1

    Boil the water in a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the coffee grounds and sugar.

  3. 3

    Let the mixture steep for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

  4. 4

    Strain the coffee into cups, leaving the grounds behind.

  5. 5

    If desired, heat the milk in a separate pot and froth it before adding to the coffee.

  6. 6

    Add the frothed milk (if using) and stir in the vanilla extract.

  7. 7

    Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon on top before serving.

  8. 8

    Serve hot and enjoy your traditional South African coffee!

Nutrition per serving

175kcal
Calories

Fat

5g

Carbs

22g

Protein

8g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 14 ratings

Comments

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Yosef Dahan14/02/2026

I loved how simple this coffee recipe was! Perfect brew to start my morning.

M
Maria Gonzalez11/02/2026

Loved this coffee recipe! So good!

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