Vanilla Bean Moka Pot with Blood Orange Essence
A cozy moka pot coffee with rich vanilla bean and zesty blood orange notes
April 23, 2025
Looking for a coffee that's both elegant and exciting? This Vanilla Bean Moka Pot with Blood Orange Essence combines rich, stovetop-brewed coffee with the warmth of real vanilla beans and bright citrus notes. It's like sipping sunshine on a cozy morning!
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using a moka pot creates a rich, espresso-like base that perfectly carries the vanilla and blood orange flavors. We recommend a medium-dark roast coffee for the best balance. Perfect for weekend mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary cup of coffee! Here's why you'll love it:
- Real vanilla beans add authentic flavor you can't get from extract
- Blood orange essence brings a unique citrus twist
- Moka pot brewing creates rich, full-bodied coffee
- Simple ingredients but impressive results
Vanilla Bean Moka Pot with Blood Orange Essence
A cozy moka pot coffee with rich vanilla bean and zesty blood orange notes
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Equipment
- Moka pot
- Coffee grinder
- Small saucepan
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee, finely ground
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2-3 drops blood orange essential oil (food grade)
- Optional: honey or sugar to taste
Instructions
- Fill the bottom chamber of your moka pot with hot water up to the valve
- Add ground coffee to the filter basket, level without tamping
- Add vanilla bean seeds to the ground coffee
- Assemble moka pot and place on medium-low heat
- While coffee brews, warm milk in a separate pan
- Once coffee is ready, add blood orange essence to the milk
- Combine coffee and flavored milk in serving cups
- Sweeten to taste if desired
Pro Tips
- Grind your coffee slightly coarser than espresso but finer than drip coffee
- Don't tamp the coffee in your moka pot - just level it gently
- Scrape vanilla bean seeds fresh for the best flavor
- Heat your milk separately to preserve the blood orange aroma
Calories: 95kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 12mg, Sodium: 55mg, Potassium: 185mg, Sugar: 6g, Calcium: 150mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
