Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAster CafeCoffee Recipe

Coffee Recipe

Inspired by Aster Cafe
Time15m
Serves4

Make Coffee Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Coffee Base

Optional Add-ins

Method

Brewing Coffee

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a kettle or pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Add Ground Coffee

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add 1 cup of ground coffee.

  3. 3

    Steep

    Let the coffee steep for about 4-5 minutes to allow the flavors to extract.

  4. 4

    Strain Coffee

    Using a coffee filter or strainer, pour the coffee into a pot or pitcher to separate the grounds from the liquid.

Adding Optional Ingredients

  1. 5

    Add Milk

    If desired, pour in 1 cup of milk to the brewed coffee for a creamier texture.

  2. 6

    Sweeten Your Coffee

    Add sugar to taste, starting with 2 tablespoons and adjusting according to your preference.

  3. 7

    Flavor with Vanilla

    Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for added flavor.

  4. 8

    Add Cinnamon

    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon into the coffee for a warm, spicy note.

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