Doce De Leite Cafe Recipe
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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Doce de Leite
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Coffee Base
- 1
Brew Coffee
Brew 2 cups of fresh coffee using your preferred method (drip, French press, etc.).
- 2
Sweeten the Coffee
Once brewed, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar until fully dissolved.
- 3
Add Flavor
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the coffee and mix well.
Make the Doce de Leite
- 4
- 5
Cook Mixture
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 10-15 minutes, until the mixture thickens and turns a caramel color.
- 6
Cool the Mixture
Remove from heat and let the doce de leite cool slightly.
Assemble the Doce de Leite Cafe
- 7
Add Coffee to Mug
In a large mug, pour in the brewed coffee mixture.
- 8
Add Doce de Leite
Spoon a generous amount of the prepared doce de leite over the coffee.
- 9
Garnish
Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder for garnish.
