Roasted Chestnut Moka Pot with Orange Zest

A cozy coffee treat with roasted chestnuts and bright orange zest for holiday magic

Love the festive season? This Roasted Chestnut Moka Pot coffee brings together the warm, nutty flavors of roasted chestnuts with bright orange zest for a drink that tastes like winter holidays in Italy.

This special brew comes together quickly in your Moka pot using a dark roast coffee base. The natural sweetness of chestnuts and the citrusy pop of orange zest create a perfectly balanced cup that's great for holiday mornings or after-dinner treats.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This festive coffee recipe brings the magic of Italian winter markets right to your cup! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect holiday flavors that combine roasted chestnuts and orange
Quick and easy to make in your Moka pot
No artificial flavors - just pure, natural ingredients
Great for entertaining guests during the holiday season

Roasted Chestnut Moka Pot with Orange Zest

A cozy coffee treat with roasted chestnuts and bright orange zest for holiday magic

Moka Pot Coffee, Chestnut Coffee, Italian Coffee, Holiday Coffee, Orange Coffee, Hot Coffee

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Equipment

Moka pot
Coffee grinder
Microplane or zester
Knife and cutting board
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

4 tablespoons dark roast coffee beans, finely ground
2 roasted chestnuts, finely chopped
1 orange, for zesting
2 cups water
2 teaspoons honey (optional)
1 cinnamon stick (optional)

Instructions

Finely grind your dark roast coffee beans
Fill the bottom chamber of your Moka pot with hot water up to the valve
Add the ground coffee to the filter basket
Sprinkle half of the finely chopped roasted chestnuts over the coffee grounds
Assemble the Moka pot and place on medium heat
While coffee brews, zest the orange and chop remaining chestnuts
Once coffee is ready, divide between two pre-warmed cups
Top each cup with remaining chestnuts and fresh orange zest
Add honey if desired and serve with a cinnamon stick

Pro Tips

**Toast the chestnuts** until they're fragrant but not burnt for the best flavor
**Use freshly zested orange** rather than dried zest for brighter flavor
**Grind your coffee** just before brewing for the freshest taste
**Pre-warm your cups** to keep the coffee hot longer

Calories: 145kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 180mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin C: 15mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 1mg

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Italian