Description
Learn how to make the perfect cup of French Press Coffee at home with this easy recipe. Brewing coffee in a French press yields a rich and flavorful cup that’s sure to elevate your morning routine.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup coarsely ground coffee (about 30 grams)
- 4 cups hot water (about 200°F or 93°C)
Instructions
- Prepare the Water: Bring fresh, filtered water to a boil, then let it cool slightly to about 200°F (93°C).
- Add Coffee: Add the coarsely ground coffee to the French press.
- Bloom the Grounds: Pour a small amount of hot water over the grounds to bloom them, then stir gently and let sit for 30 seconds.
- Add Remaining Water: Pour in the remaining hot water, place the plunger lid on top without pressing down, and let the coffee steep for 4 minutes.
- Press and Serve: Slowly press the plunger down with steady pressure. Pour the coffee into your mug immediately to prevent over-extraction. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a coffee-to-water ratio of about 1:15 for best flavor.
- Always grind beans just before brewing for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 2
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
