**Café au lait**, a beloved beverage with a rich history, is a harmonious blend of strong coffee and steamed milk, offering a symphony of flavors. Originating in New Orleans, this iconic drink has become a symbol of the city's vibrant culture. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that capture the essence of a perfect café au lait. From the classic New Orleans-style café au lait to variations like iced café au lait and Vietnamese iced coffee, this compilation caters to diverse preferences. Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that every sip is a delightful experience. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur seeking an authentic café au lait experience or a home barista looking to expand your repertoire, this guide will elevate your coffee moments to new heights.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
NEW ORLEANS STYLE CAFE AU LAIT
"Real, New Orleans-style coffee must be dark roast, brewed strong, and must include chicory. In fact, most of the coffee drunk in the Crescent City is a coffee-and-chicory blend". Some well-known local coffee-and-chicory brands are French Market (my personal favorite), Community Coffee, Cafe du Monde or Union. Brew your coffee in a drip coffeemaker only, and serve with half coffee and half scalded (NOT steamed!) milk. From www.gumbopages.com and posted for ZWT5.
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 12 cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring the water almost to a boil, to a temperature of 204-208 degrees F.
- Using a drip-style coffeemaker with filter, pour a small amount of the water over the coffee grounds to dampen them, then wait 30 seconds.
- Pour more water over the grounds until the upper pot container is full.
- Allow to drain, then repeat until all the water is used.
- Scald, do NOT boil, the milk. This means to heat it until JUST below the boiling point.
- Pour coffee into warmed large mugs, then add the milk.
- Add sweetener if desired and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 62.2, Carbohydrate 5.7, Protein 4
COFFEE & CHICORY BLEND & CAFE AU LAIT RECIPE
Provided by Laura Fuentes - SuperGlueMom
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- In a medium sized bowl mix the ground coffee and ground chicory.
- Store in a sealed container.
NEW ORLEANS CAFE AU LAIT
Traditionally served at breakfast. Made with chicory--the root of the plant that produces curly endive. Chicory adds aroma, body, and depth of color. It is sold by some merchants already roasted and ground. You can order it from www.totallynawlins.com or various other on-line vendors.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix the coffee and chicory.
- Using your favorite coffee maker (a manual drip model is traditional in New Orleans), brew the coffee mixture with 1 1/2 cups water heated to the point just below boiling.
- Pour the coffee equally into 3 eight-ounce coffee cups or 2 twelve-ounce coffee cups and fill each with the same amount of cream (the ratio of coffee to cream should be 1:1).
- Serve immediately with sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.8, Fat 66, SaturatedFat 41.1, Cholesterol 244.6, Sodium 67.8, Carbohydrate 5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.7
Tips:
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a coffee maker, you can make café au lait in a saucepan. Simply combine the coffee and milk in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or half and half instead of skim milk.
- Add a pinch of salt to the coffee grounds before brewing to help bring out the flavor of the coffee.
- Serve café au lait with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for a delicious and aromatic treat.
Conclusion:
Café au lait is a delicious and versatile beverage that can be enjoyed hot or cold, and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a strong coffee flavor or a more mellow drink, café au lait is a great option. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make coffee drink, give café au lait a try. You won't be disappointed!
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