Expert Guide To Make Christmas-Special Coffee Recipes

Coffee, winter, and Christmas paint a cosy picture beside a decorated tree. Any feast or small celebration seems incomplete without a hot caffeinated beverage to offer warmth when the tempering is dropping to the freezing point. When it comes to brewing delicious recipes, hot coffee is often the primary pick.

However, if you would like to add some new desserts or drinks to the menu, Slurrp has got you covered. Shreya Sanghvi and Simran Arora, Recipe Curators at NUUK, have shared holiday-inspired coffee recipes that scream luxury indulgence.

Rich And Creamy Hot Chocolate Cappuccino By Shreya Sanghvi

Ingredients

• 1 shot of espresso
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 1/2 tbsp sweetener of choice (sugar/ jaggery)
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 200 gms good quality chocolate
• 1/4th cup corn starch
• 1/4th cup cocoa powder

Garnish

• Whipped cream
• Marshmallows
• Strawberries

Method

• Prepare an espresso shot, place half the chocolate bark over the mug while the espresso is pouring.
• Heat the milk, and let it come to a slight boil in a saucepan.
• Add the cinnamon stick, chocolate-infused espresso, remaining chopped chocolate & sugar.
• Next, add cocoa powder & a corn slurry. Mix it thoroughly
• Let the beverage come to a boil.
• Pour it fresh and hot in your favourite Christmas mug.
• Top it off with whipped cream/ marshmallows and strawberries on the side.

Also Read: Indian Chefs Share Exclusive Recipes For Classic Holiday Treats

Salted Caramel Cinnamon Latte By Simran Vohra

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk (any kind)
• 1/2 cup espresso (cooled)
• 2 tbsp salted caramel sauce
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of nutmeg and sea salt
• 1/2 cup ice

Garnish

• Whipped cream
• Drizzle of caramel sauce
• Crushed toffee bits
• Cinnamon dusting

Method

• Add milk, coffee, caramel sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, and ice to a blender.
• Blend until frothy, and pour into a glass or mug.
• Top with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, crushed toffee, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Coffee Chia Pudding By Shreya Sanghvi

Ingredients

• 1 shot of espresso
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 tbsp sweetener
• Drops of vanilla essence
• 1 cup milk
• Almonds to garnish

Method

• Take your chia seeds in a bowl, and add the sweetener along with the Espresso Shot.
• Add a drop of vanilla and milk.
• Mix it thoroughly, and let it sit overnight.
• Garnish with almonds and you're ready to dig in.