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English Coffee with Roasted Figs

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English coffee with roasted figs is a rich and aromatic drink combining bold dark roast coffee with the sweet depth of caramelized figs. A cozy, elegant treat for any time of day.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Roasting, Brewing
  • Cuisine: English-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee (English or dark roast)
  • 2–3 fresh figs, halved
  • 1–2 tsp brown sugar or honey
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tsp butter (optional, for roasting)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, milk, or dairy-free alternative
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • Ice (optional, for iced version)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Place halved figs cut-side up in the dish. Drizzle with brown sugar or honey, and add cinnamon and butter if desired.
  3. Roast figs for 15–20 minutes, until soft and caramelized. Let cool slightly.
  4. Brew a strong cup of coffee using a dark English roast or espresso.
  5. Mash a few roasted figs into the bottom of a mug or glass.
  6. Pour hot coffee over the mashed figs, stir gently.
  7. Add a splash of cream, milk, or dairy-free alternative and vanilla extract if using.
  8. For an iced version, shake the fig-coffee mixture with ice and milk, then serve.
  9. Garnish with a roasted fig half or a dash of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

  • Use fig jam as a shortcut or added sweetness.
  • Dried figs can be soaked, softened, and used if fresh figs aren’t available.
  • Try almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Turn it into a dessert by pouring over vanilla ice cream.
  • Add a splash of brandy or coffee liqueur for an adult twist.

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