Rated G Mexican Coffee

4.6
(32)

My best friend's husband gave me this recipe. When he was young, his uncle who owned a restaurant in Mexico City made this special drink for him. It has been a favorite in our house for many years.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 cups

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick

  • 1 whole clove

  • ½ cup ground coffee beans

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

  • ¼ cup chocolate syrup

  • 1 cup whipped cream

Directions

  1. Bring the water, sugar, cinnamon, and clove to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then remove from the heat, stir in the coffee grounds, cover, and steep for 5 minutes. Stir in the vanilla and chocolate syrup, then strain through several layers of cheesecloth to remove the coffee grounds and spices. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

103 Calories
2g Fat
20g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 103
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 36mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 167mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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