Cafe de Olla Syrup Recipe – 1 Sweet Tradition You’ll Love
Cafe de olla syrup is a thick, spiced syrup inspired by traditional Mexican café de olla. Made with piloncillo, cinnamon, cloves, and strong coffee, it’s perfect for sweetening drinks, drizzling over breakfast, or giving as a gift.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup
- Category: Syrups, Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 ½ cups water
¾ cup piloncillo (or dark brown sugar)
1 cinnamon stick (preferably Ceylon)
3 whole cloves
1 star anise (optional)
1 strip dried orange peel
½ cup strong brewed Mexican coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and orange peel.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve piloncillo.
3. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes until it reduces slightly.
4. Add the brewed coffee and simmer another 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
6. Strain through cheesecloth or mesh sieve into a jar.
7. Stir in vanilla extract if using. Let cool before sealing.
Notes
Store syrup in a glass jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Great in coffee, cocktails, or over pancakes.
Add chili, vanilla bean, or lemon peel for variations.
Find it online: https://www.claricerecipes.com/cafe-de-olla-syrup/