New Orleans Style Cafe Au Lait
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of the French Quarter with this authentic New Orleans Style Café au Lait. This classic Southern coffee recipe blends robust, chicory-infused coffee with velvety steamed whole milk for a beautifully smooth and balanced cup that's synonymous with Crescent City mornings. Simple yet indulgent, this 15-minute recipe allows you to customize your brew by adjusting the coffee-to-milk ratio or adding a touch of sweetness with granulated sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up, this iconic beverage captures the warm, comforting essence of a New Orleans café experience right in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup ground coffee (preferably with chicory)
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar (optional, to taste)
Directions
Step 1
1. In a coffee maker or French press, brew 1 cup of strong coffee using the 1 cup of ground coffee with chicory and 4 cups of water. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for your brewing method.
Step 2
2. While the coffee is brewing, pour 2 cups of whole milk into a saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat. Do not let it boil; heat it until it is steaming and small bubbles form around the edge of the pan.
Step 3
3. Optional: If you prefer your Cafe Au Lait to be slightly sweetened, add 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar to the hot milk and stir until fully dissolved.
Step 4
4. Once the coffee is ready, pour equal parts of the freshly brewed coffee and hot steamed milk into a mug or coffee cup. Adjust the ratio to your personal taste if desired.
Step 5
5. Stir gently and serve immediately while hot. You may sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top for an extra layer of flavor if you like.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1693 grams (1693.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 379 |
| Total Fat 15.60g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 9.10g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g | |
| Cholesterol 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium 214mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.50g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.90g | |
| Protein 18.30g | 37% |
| Vitamin D 215IU | 1074% |
| Calcium 705mg | 54% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1891mg | 40% |
Source of Calories