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Caramel Americano Scone
A bakery-inspired coffee drink that captures the essence of a buttery scone paired with rich caramel americano. This comforting beverage combines bold coffee with sweet caramel notes and a hint of vanilla, creating the perfect morning treat that tastes like your favorite café pastry in liquid form.
10 min
1 serving
AeroPress
Instructions
Brewing Steps
- Heat water to 200°F and warm your serving mug
- Grind coffee to medium-fine consistency and add to AeroPress
- Bloom the coffee with 50ml hot water, stir gently, and wait 30 seconds
- Add remaining water (100ml) and stir for 10 seconds
- Steep for 1 minute then press slowly over 30 seconds
- Prepare caramel base by mixing caramel syrup, vanilla, butter extract, and brown sugar in your mug
- Add the concentrated coffee to the caramel mixture and stir well
- Top with hot water (100ml) to create americano strength
- Float cream on top and finish with a pinch of sea salt
Pro Tips
Pro Tips
- Use homemade caramel syrup for richer flavor - just sugar, butter, and cream
- The butter extract is key for that authentic scone flavor - don't skip it
- Warm your mug beforehand to keep the drink at optimal temperature
- Adjust water ratio to taste - less for stronger coffee, more for milder
- Try a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for extra bakery vibes
- Make extra caramel base and store in fridge for quick future servings
Recipe Details
Coffee Amount:18g
Water Amount:250ml
Grind Size:Medium-Fine
Water Temp:200°F
Prep Time:6 min
Ingredients
- medium-dark roast coffee beans - 18g
- hot water - 250ml
- caramel syrup - 2 tablespoons
- heavy cream - 2 tablespoons
- vanilla extract - 1/4 teaspoon
- butter extract - 2 drops
- sea salt - pinch
- brown sugar - 1/2 teaspoon
Equipment Needed
- AeroPress
- coffee grinder
- digital scale
- kettle
- stirring spoon
- large coffee mug
- timer (optional)