Chai-Spiced Vanilla Bean French Press
A cozy coffee blend with warm chai spices and smooth vanilla bean flavor
May 12, 2025
Love chai tea and coffee? This Chai-Spiced Vanilla Bean French Press combines the best of both worlds with aromatic Indian spices and rich coffee, perfectly balanced with sweet vanilla bean. It's like your favorite chai latte and morning coffee had a delicious baby!
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just combine freshly ground medium-dark roast coffee with whole spices and real vanilla bean, then let your French press do the magic. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or whenever you want something extra special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this unique coffee blend!
- Perfect balance of coffee and chai spices
- Real vanilla bean adds natural sweetness
- Super easy to make in your French press
- Customizable spice levels to your taste
Chai-Spiced Vanilla Bean French Press
A cozy coffee blend with warm chai spices and smooth vanilla bean flavor
Chai Coffee, Spiced Coffee, French Press Coffee, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Indian Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Measuring spoons
- Spoon for stirring
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 2 black peppercorns
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- Milk and sweetener to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Warm your French press by rinsing it with hot water
- Add whole spices and vanilla bean (pod and seeds) to the empty press
- Add coarsely ground coffee
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the coffee and spices
- Stir gently
- Let steep for 4 minutes
- Press plunger down slowly
- Pour and enjoy with milk and sweetener if desired
Pro Tips
- Use whole spices instead of ground for better flavor and to avoid grittiness
- Warm your spices in the empty French press with hot water for 30 seconds before adding coffee
- Don't press the plunger too fast - slow and steady prevents bitter coffee
- Split vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape seeds for maximum flavor
Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 0g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 cups
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
