Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBernie's DinerRock Creek Coffee Recipe

Rock Creek Coffee Recipe

Inspired by Bernie's Diner
Time30m
Serves4

Make Rock Creek Coffee Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Coffee Base

Method

Brewing the Coffee

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    Begin by boiling 4 cups of water in a kettle.

  2. 2

    Cool Water

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and let it cool for about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Add Coffee

    In a French press or coffee maker, add 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee.

  4. 4

    Pour Water

    Pour the cooled water over the coffee grounds. Stir gently to ensure all the coffee is saturated.

  5. 5

    Steep Coffee

    Allow the coffee to steep for 4 minutes.

  6. 6

    Filter Coffee

    After steeping, press down the French press plunger or filter the coffee if using a coffee maker.

Flavoring the Coffee

  1. 7

    Mix Cocoa and Sugar

    In a separate bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and 2 tablespoons of sugar.

  2. 8

    Add Vanilla

    Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cocoa and sugar mixture and stir to combine.

  3. 9

    Prepare Milk

    If desired, warm up 1 cup of milk in a small saucepan or microwave.

  4. 10

    Combine Coffee and Flavoring

    Combine the brewed coffee with the cocoa mixture and stir well. If using milk, add it at this stage and mix until smooth.

Serving and Topping

  1. 11

    Pour into Mugs

    Pour the flavored coffee into mugs.

  2. 12

    Add Whipped Cream

    Top each mug with whipped cream.

  3. 13

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle chocolate shavings over the whipped cream and add a dash of cinnamon if desired.

  4. 14

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Rock Creek Coffee!

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