5 Brew-tiful Coffee Recipes to Enjoy International Coffee Day
Who needs boring brews when you can transform coffee into breakfast treats, snacks, and boozy cocktails with these five easy, irresistible recipes?
International Coffee Day is here (1 October, if you didn't know), and I am taking it as the perfect excuse to go beyond my usual cup of cold coffee. Coffee is more than just a drink; it is an experience, an energy boost, and sometimes even a dessert. This year, I am stepping away from my regular iced caramel latte and trying something fresh, fun, and totally irresistible. From creamy, nutty experiments to coffee-infused snacks and a frozen cocktail for when the day is done, these recipes will take you from sunrise to nightcap. So grab your favorite brew, roll up your sleeves, and let’s celebrate coffee the delicious way.
Tahini Coffee
Nutty, creamy, and full of character, tahini coffee is your morning cup with a twist. Whisk a spoonful of tahini into coffee with hot sugar syrup, add cold milk, and a few ice cubes for a refreshing kick. This cafe-style sip is indulgent, playful, and perfect for slow mornings or a mid-day coffee adventure when you crave something different.
Banana Latte
Sweet and naturally creamy, this banana latte doubles as breakfast. Blend milk, a ripe banana, and a shot of espresso until silky, then froth and pour into your favorite mug. It’s nourishing, caffeine-packed, and ideal for when you want a coffee that feels more like a treat than a chore.
Coffee Toast
This is breakfast magic in every bite. Whisk coffee decoction with butter or nut butter and a touch of sugar until smooth, then spread over your sandwich with a slice of cheese tucked inside. Bake until golden and let the rich coffee aroma fill your kitchen. Crunchy, aromatic, and cafe-worthy, it’s ready in minutes, no barista required. And if this is not enough caffeine for you, you can always serve it with a side of cold coffee or latte!
Coffee Bombs
Turn your coffee break into pure drama with coffee bombs! Mix coffee, chocolate, mini marshmallows, and sprinkles (if you like your drink colorful), freeze in molds made of melted chocolate, then drop into hot milk and watch the magic explode. Gooey, chocolaty, and totally Instagram-worthy, these treats are as fun to make as they are to sip. Because let’s be honest, life’s better with a little drama!
Frozen Espresso Martini
If you’re a Bailey’s fan like me, this frozen espresso martini is about to become your new obsession! Blend espresso, vodka, and coffee liqueur, or toss in frozen espresso cubes for an extra chill factor, until slushy. Pour into a frosty martini glass because yes, we like to keep it classy. Bold, boozy, and buzzing with caffeine, it’s the ultimate late-night toast. Who says happy hour can’t come with a caffeine kick?
This International Coffee Day, give your cup an upgrade with these easy, creative recipes that prove coffee is so much more than just a morning ritual.