Best 3 Pinon Café Au Lait Recipes

Calling all coffee lovers with a sweet tooth! If you're looking to elevate your morning cup of joe or seeking a delightful afternoon treat, look no further than the Pinon Café au Lait. This enticing beverage is an ode to the harmonious blend of coffee and chicory, topped with a cloudlike layer of steamed milk and finished with a dusting of cinnamon. With its captivating aroma and rich, nutty flavor, the Pinon Café au Lait is an extraordinary culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a modern twist, we've got you covered. The Original Pinon Café au Lait recipe stays true to the fundamental elements of this beloved drink, using freshly brewed coffee, chicory, and steamed milk. For those seeking a touch of added sweetness, the Sweetened Pinon Café au Lait recipe incorporates a delectable homemade sweet condensed milk, creating a luscious, indulgent treat. And for those with a penchant for non-dairy alternatives, the Non-Dairy Pinon Café au Lait recipe swaps out regular milk for your preferred plant-based milk, ensuring that everyone can savor this delightful beverage.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CAFE AU LAIT

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Cafe au lait and a croissant or buttered toast is a simple, scrumptious breakfast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1-1 1/2 cups milk, warmed
2 cups brewed coffee

Steps:

Heat 1 to 1 1/2 cups milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat, whisking, until milk is steaming and slightly foamy.
Divide milk between two cafe au lait bowls or large coffee cups. Divide 2 cups coffee betweenbowls, and stir.

ICED CAFE AU LAIT

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Make and share this Iced Cafe Au Lait recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teddi2

Categories Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups coffee, freshly brewed, but cold
2 cups milk
2 cups ice, crushed
sugar (optional)

Steps:

Whirl cold coffee, milk, and crushed ice in a blender.
Add desired sugar; continue blending until frothy.
Pour over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 66, Carbohydrate 5.7, Protein 4.2

CAFE AU LAIT COFFEE CAKE

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A moist, delicious coffee time treat from the 1998 Milk Calendar. I have increased the baking time from the original recipe as I find the centre is still very doughy after only one hour in the oven.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories Breads

Time 1h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1/2 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons butter, chilled and cut into cubes
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/4 cups pecans, chopped
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons water, warmed
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Butter a 9" springform pan.
To make the crumb topping, stir together the instant coffee, brown sugar, flour and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
Cut in the butter until crumbly and stir in the chocolate chips and pecans.
Set aside.
To make the cake, beat together the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well until smooth.
Beat in the sour cream.
Dissolve the instant coffee in the warm water and beat into the egg mixture.
In a small bowl, stir together the remaining dry ingredients.
On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk. There should be three additions of dry and two of wet ingredients.
Beat well after each addition.
Spread 1/2 of the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups of the crumb topping.
Cover with the remaining batter and sprinkle with the remaining crumb topping.
Bake for 65 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
If the top begins to brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 844.5, Fat 47.6, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 123.2, Sodium 560.4, Carbohydrate 98.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 50.6, Protein 11.9

Tips:

Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor.
Warm your milk before adding it to the coffee to prevent curdling.
Sweeten your café au lait to taste with sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top for extra flavor.
Serve your café au lait in a preheated mug to keep it warm.

Conclusion:

Pinon Café au Lait is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee drink. It is the perfect way to start your day or enjoy a relaxing afternoon. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a café-quality beverage at home. So next time you are craving a creamy and flavorful coffee, give Pinon Café au Lait a try. You won't be disappointed!