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Start your day with an energizing black coffee - hot, iced, or cold brew. Rich in antioxidants and supportive in weight management, our clear recipe allows you to effortlessly prepare the ideal cup.
Whether you prefer it steaming in the morning or chilled to beat the summer heat, this versatile beverage is simple to tailor to your taste. Discover the energy-boosting and health-enhancing benefits of black coffee, effortlessly prepared at home without milk or cream.
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- Ingredients and Substitution Overview
- How to Make Black Coffee at Home?
- Recipe Video
- Chef's Notes and Tips
- Nutrition Info
- Serving Suggestions
- Storage Suggestions
- FAQ
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Ingredients and Substitution Overview
- Instant Coffee: Use granules, fine powder, or coarse grounds (strain if coarse).
- Brown Sugar: Optional. Can be replaced with sweeteners, honey, or left out.
- Hot Water: As needed.
- Ice Cubes: 4-5 per glass for iced coffee.
How to Make Black Coffee at Home?
Our guide below provides straightforward instructions for making both hot and iced black coffee. With step-by-step directions and a helpful video below, you'll be able to prepare your coffee with ease.
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Black Coffee Recipe (Hot & Iced)
Start your day with a strong and refreshing black coffee, hot or cold, to enjoy its health benefits. This simple, versatile drink, made without milk or creamer, can be brewed using fresh coffee beans or instant powder to suit your taste—perfect for warming up your mornings or cooling down on hot summer days.
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Author: Sangeetha Vel
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Course: Coffee
Cuisine: Indian, American
Diet: Vegetarian
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 5 minutes mins
Adjust 1 cup
Ingredients
For Hot Coffee
- 1½ tsp Coffee Granules, Instant
- 1 tsp Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Boiling Water
For Iced Coffee
- 1½ tsp Coffee Granules, Instant
- 1 tsp Brown Sugar, optional
- 3 to 4 Ice Cubes
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Hot Black Coffee
Boil water in a saucepan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
Combine instant coffee powder and brown sugar in a cup.
Pour one cup of the boiled water into the coffee and sugar mixture, stir well, and it’s ready to be served.
Iced Black Coffee
In a jug, mix instant coffee powder and sugar with water.
Let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 hours.
Place ice cubes in a serving glass, add the chilled coffee mixture, and it’s ready to be enjoyed.
To Serve
Enjoy your delicious black coffee, ideal for breakfast or at any moment you need a pick-me-up during the day.
Recipe Video
Chef's Notes and Tips
Here are some expert tips to perfect your Black Coffee:
Customizing Black Coffee:
- Select either fresh ground coffee or instant powders to align with your flavor preferences.
- Adjust sweetness to your liking with brown sugar, honey, or alternative sweeteners. Gradually decrease the amount for a healthier brew.
- Achieve a creamy texture without dairy by opting for an espresso base.
Brewing Tips:
- Measure your ingredients accurately to capture the essence of a rich and strong black coffee.
- For a less bitter iced coffee, refrigerate your brew before serving.
- To create a cafe-quality cold brew, steep coarse ground coffee in water for 20-22 hours, enhancing the coffee's natural flavors.
Nutrition Info
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Sodium: 6mg | Sugar: 4g
Disclaimer: We’re not nutrition experts. Nutritional info is estimated and should be used as a guide. For precise details, consult a professional.
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Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this versatile black coffee hot or iced as a morning pick-me-up with breakfast or as a rejuvenating mid-day beverage.
Storage Suggestions
Instant black coffee is best made fresh in under 5 minutes and doesn't require storage. However, for iced coffee, you can conveniently store it in the refrigerator and it will keep well for up to 2 weeks, ready for you to enjoy a refreshing drink at any time.
FAQ
What are the health benefits of drinking black coffee?
Per Healthline, Black coffee is beneficial to health if consumed in moderation. It's packed with antioxidants and can help reduce the risk of cirrhosis, enhance mood, aid in weight loss, potentially lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, decrease the chance of stroke, among other benefits.
What are the calorie count and caffeine limits for black coffee?
An 8 oz cup of plain black coffee contains just 2 calories. Adding sweeteners will alter the calorie count. It's important to monitor caffeine intake, which should not exceed 400 mg per day to avoid health issues—a guideline supported by WebMD. It's also recommended to limit coffee consumption to no more than 4 cups daily.
