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Campfire Coffee

Even when the air is fresh and the birds are chirping, mornings can use a little help. This coffee brings a hint of warm nutmeg and cinnamon to the start of your day.

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Serves : 8 Difficulty : Very Easy

Recipe for : Campfire Coffee

Description : 
Even when the air is fresh and the birds are chirping, mornings can use a little help. This coffee brings a hint of warm nutmeg and cinnamon to the start of your day.

  • By:  Colleen
  • Difficulty: Very Easy
  • Preparation Time: 4 minutes (to make ahead)
  • Cooking Time: 4 minutes
  • Serves: 8
Ingredients : 
  • 2 cups powdered non-dairy creamer or skim milk powder
  • 1-1/2 cups instant hot chocolate mix
  • 1-1/2 cups instant coffee granules or instant espresso
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • water
  • to taste sugar
Required Equipment : 
  • Jar with tight-fitting lid or travel storage container
  • Kettle for hot water
  • Spoons for measuring and stirring
  • Mugs for serving
Directions : 
  1. Sift together powdered milk, hot chocolate mix, instant coffee, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  2. Pour into a jar or travel container.
  3. To serve, stir 3 teaspoons of mixture into 1 cup of hot water. Adjust to taste.