Coconut Chai Pour Over with Saffron Foam
A cozy chai latte with creamy coconut milk and luxurious saffron foam
May 5, 2025
Love chai but looking for something extra special? This coconut chai pour-over combines warm Indian spices with creamy coconut milk and a stunning golden saffron foam that'll make you feel like you're at a fancy café!
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that perfectly complements the aromatic chai spices. The coconut milk adds richness while the saffron foam creates a beautiful golden crown. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary chai latte! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Beautiful golden color from real saffron
- Rich and creamy thanks to coconut milk
- Perfect balance of coffee and chai spices
- Dairy-free and naturally sweetened
Coconut Chai Pour Over with Saffron Foam
A cozy chai latte with creamy coconut milk and luxurious saffron foam
Chai Latte, Pour Over Coffee, Saffron Foam, Coconut Coffee, Indian Coffee, Dairy-Free Coffee
Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Paper filter
- Coffee grinder
- Gooseneck kettle
- Scale
- Milk frother or blender
- Coffee mug
Ingredients
- 20g medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 1 cup filtered water (205°F)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons chai concentrate
- 3-4 saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons hot water (for saffron)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Ice cubes (if serving cold)
Instructions
- Bloom saffron threads in 2 tablespoons hot water for 10 minutes
- Grind coffee beans to medium-fine consistency
- Heat water to 205°F
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water
- Add ground coffee to filter and make a small well in the center
- Pour hot water in circular motion, starting from center (30-second bloom)
- Continue pouring slowly in circular motion until you reach desired volume
- Warm coconut milk and blend with chai concentrate
- Froth coconut milk mixture with saffron water until foamy
- Pour coffee into mug, add coconut-chai mixture
- Top with saffron foam and serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Bloom the saffron in hot water for 10 minutes before making the foam for the best color and flavor
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest, creamiest texture
- Grind your coffee beans just before brewing for the freshest taste
- Pre-warm your mug to keep your drink hotter longer
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Sodium: 45mg, Potassium: 350mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving (16 oz drink)
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
