Fig and Black Pepper French Press with Vanilla Bean

A cozy French press coffee with sweet figs and spicy black pepper kick

Looking for a coffee that's both sweet and adventurous? This French press recipe combines the natural sweetness of dried figs with a bold kick of black pepper and smooth vanilla bean for a drink that'll wake up your taste buds!

It's super simple to make at home. Just pair your favorite medium-dark roast coffee with our homemade fig-pepper syrup and a touch of real vanilla bean. The result is a perfectly balanced cup that's great for slow weekend mornings or when you want something special.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This unique coffee creation will become your new favorite! Here's why:

Sweet and spicy flavor combination that's totally unique
Real vanilla bean adds natural, aromatic sweetness
Quick to make with simple ingredients
Customizable spice level to suit your taste

Fig and Black Pepper French Press with Vanilla Bean

A cozy French press coffee with sweet figs and spicy black pepper kick

French Press Coffee, Fig Coffee, Black Pepper Coffee, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Spiced Coffee, Hot Coffee

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Equipment

French press
Coffee grinder
Small saucepan
Fine-mesh strainer
Kettle

Ingredients

4 tablespoons coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
16 oz hot water (200°F)
3 dried figs, chopped
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons honey
4 oz water (for syrup)

Instructions

**For the fig-pepper syrup:** Combine chopped figs, black pepper, honey, and 4 oz water in a small saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes, then strain and cool.
Add coarsely ground coffee to French press.
Pour hot water (200°F) over grounds and add vanilla bean seeds.
Stir gently and let steep for 4 minutes.
Press plunger down slowly.
Add 1-2 tablespoons of fig-pepper syrup to each cup and pour coffee.
Stir and serve hot.

Pro Tips

Use fresh, coarsely ground coffee for the best French press results
Let the fig syrup cool completely before using to preserve the coffee's temperature
Adjust the amount of black pepper to match your spice preference
Split vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape seeds for maximum flavor

Calories: 95kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 20g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 135mg, Iron: 0.5mg

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