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Spiced Christmas Coffee with Brandied Whipped Cream

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Servings

Ingredients

3

/4 cup chilled whipping cream

1

1/2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1

tablespoon brandy

1

cup freshly ground coffee (preferably a mild roast such as Colombian)

5

teaspoons ground cardamom

1

tablespoon sugar

2

teaspoons ground cinnamon

1

teaspoon ground nutmeg

7

cups water

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Using electric mixer, beat whipping cream in large bowl to soft peaks. Add powdered sugar and brandy; beat to peaks. DO AHEAD Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.

    Step 2

    Place ground coffee, cardamom, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in coffee filter. Using spoon, mix gently. Add water to coffee maker and brew according to manufacturer's instructions.

    Step 3

    Divide coffee among 8 cups. Garnish each with a dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately.