Fig and Mascarpone French Press with Vanilla Bean
A creamy coffee treat with sweet figs and rich mascarpone cheese
May 22, 2025
Looking for a luxurious twist on your morning coffee? This Fig and Mascarpone French Press combines rich coffee with creamy mascarpone and sweet, jammy figs for a coffee experience that feels like a fancy café drink at home.
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make. Using a medium-dark roast coffee in a French press creates the perfect base for the silky mascarpone and honey-drizzled figs. The vanilla bean adds an extra touch of sweetness that ties everything together. Perfect for weekend brunches or whenever you want to treat yourself!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This coffee recipe takes your morning brew to the next level! Here's why you'll love it:
- Rich and creamy texture from the mascarpone
- Natural sweetness from fresh figs and honey
- Real vanilla bean adds genuine flavor
- Simple to make with basic brewing equipment
Fig and Mascarpone French Press with Vanilla Bean
A creamy coffee treat with sweet figs and rich mascarpone cheese
Hot Coffee, French Press Coffee, Fig Coffee, Mascarpone Coffee, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Gourmet Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Serving cups
- Small knife
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons coarse ground coffee
- 2 cups hot water (200°F)
- 4 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
- 4 fresh figs, sliced
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Add coarse ground coffee to French press
- Pour hot water over grounds and let steep for 4 minutes
- While coffee steeps, divide mascarpone between two warm cups
- Add vanilla bean seeds to the mascarpone
- Press coffee and pour over mascarpone mixture
- Stir gently to combine
- Top with sliced figs and drizzle with honey
- Finish with a tiny pinch of sea salt
Pro Tips
- Use room temperature mascarpone for the smoothest blend
- Choose ripe, soft figs for the best flavor
- Split and scrape the vanilla bean thoroughly to release maximum flavor
- Pre-warm your serving cups for the best temperature
Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 85mg, Potassium: 298mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 102mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT14M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
