Best Maca Coffee

Maca Coffee is a natural substitute for coffee made with maca root powder, milk, cinnamon, and natural sweetener. Maca root is an adaptogenic plant native to Peru, that can be used as an energizer that fights fatigue and increases stamina. Here’s a recipe for maca coffee that you can easily make from home each morning!

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American, Healthy Options

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 5

Servings:

Calories: 210kcal

Author: Capri Lilly

Ingredients

1 cup Non-Dairy Milk of choice (or regular milk)
1/2 cup Canned Coconut Milk (full fat or reduced fat) (can sub with half and half or heavy cream)
1 tbsp Maca Powder
1 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon or to taste
2 tbsp Maple Syrup or Coconut Sugar (or sweetener of choice)
1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract

Optional Add-ins

1-2 Espresso Shots (2-3 oz) prepared
1 tbsp Raw Cacao Powder
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
Pinch of Cardamom
Pinch of Cayenne
Pinch of Black Pepper

Instructions

Add all the ingredients to a small saucepan and whisk over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes. You want to simmer and warm the ingredients, but do not bring them to a boil.
Remove the maca from the heat and adjust the taste as needed: adding more sweetener to taste.
Stir in any optional add-ins.
Pour into a mug. Top with frothed non-dairy milk, if desired. Drink warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storage and Rewarming

STORE: Keep any leftover maca coffee in an airtight mason jar in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also double or triple the recipe, making a large batch and storing it in the fridge for later.

REWARM: The best way to rewarm your maca coffee is by pouring it into a saucepan and heating it on the stove on low heat for a few minutes, or until it is warm.

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