Aug 31 2026

Coffee Recipe

Time7m
Serves1

Make Coffee Recipe in just 7m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Brewed Coffee

Optional Add-ins

Method

Brewed Coffee

  1. 1

    Measure and grind

    Measure 1 tablespoon (about 0.033 cups) of whole coffee beans per 8 fl oz cup. Grind beans to a medium grind (similar to sand) for drip coffee or slightly coarser for a pour-over.

  2. 2

    Heat water

    Heat 8 fl oz (about 240 ml) of filtered water to 195–205°F (90–96°C). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a boil and let sit 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Brew

    Place the ground coffee in your coffee maker, pour-over cone with filter, or French press. Pour hot water evenly over grounds, saturating them, and allow to brew: 3–4 minutes for drip/pour-over, or 4 minutes for French press before plunging.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Pour the brewed coffee into a mug immediately to prevent over-extraction or bitterness.

Optional Add-ins

  1. 5

    Add milk or cream to taste (start with 2 tablespoons) and stir. Add sugar or sweetener (start with 1 teaspoon) or flavored syrup if desired. Taste and adjust amounts to preference.

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