What to eat with COFFEE????
The question should be “Is there anything that doesn’t go with coffee??” LOL, because coffee GOES with EVERYTHING! Or that is what coffee lovers would say! Whether you like your morning coffee with breakfast foods or a sweet treat, anytime is coffee time. In this post I will give you the best things to eat with coffee, plus some amazing recipes that will make your taste buds say “YUM”. “What Top Things to Eat with Coffee: Best Foods”
“What Top Things to Eat with Coffee: Best Foods”
I will first talk about savory breakfasts. As they say, it’s the “most important meal of the day”. Here are some healthy things to go with your hot cup of coffee or an iced coffee:
- savory crepes
- waffles or pancakes
- buttery croissant
- toast
- scrambled eggs or fried eggs
- biscuits and gravy
- hash browns
- cottage cheese with fresh fruit
- bran muffin
- bagel with cream cheese
- sausage balls recipe – this recipe is the perfect way to start your day with a good source of protein
- egg sausage muffins or “egg bites”
- bacon & spinach egg muffins or “egg bites”
- spinach & mushroom quiche
And, who doesn’t LOVE sweet breakfasts! I have listed some yummy recipes, plus a perfect match for your sweet tooth!
- donuts
- maple glazed apple cinnamon fritters
- danishes
- French toast casserole with maple syrup
- Cinnamon Twists – 4 ingredient and so easy: canned biscuits, butter, sugar & cinnamon
- greek yogurt
- fruit
“What Top Things to Eat with Coffee: Best Foods”
PLUS, let us not forget about a great way to start our afternoons with an afternoon snack of a delicious treat!
- dark chocolate cookies
- chocolate chip cookies
- macaroons
- Peanut butter S’mores bars
- cheesecake
- grilled cheese sandwich
- butter croissant sandwich
- chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream
- Italian cookie
- Add coffee to your milk chocolate drink
There are so many ideas on what to eat with coffee, however when you have an empty stomach the best way to drink your morning cup of joe or your afternoon coffee is with your personal favorite snack. Whether it be from your local coffee shops or prepared from home healthy snacks.
Everyone has their own “good idea” on what to eat with their cups of coffee, however everyones flavor profiles are different. Some individuals need healthy fats and healthy snack options to help lower their blood pressure and blood sugar, while others can drink any type of coffee.
For example, some individuals can add sugar and flavored creamers to their hot coffee or flavored iced coffee without any negative results, but the good news is that there are a lot of different great snack ideas and choices at your local coffee shop and supermarkets.
Coffee Q&A’s!
What is coffee pairings or food pairings? Coffee pairing is a combination of a coffee and food that are delicious together. For example an iced mocha coffee with a chocolate glazed donut.
Can you drink coffee with a spicy food? Yes, people say that the coffee brings out the intense flavor of the spicy food. Tho, it may be a bad idea for those people with stomach acid production issues.
What are some classic pairing options with coffee? Fruit scones, sweet breads, fruit tarts, or chocolate.
Best coffee cake pairs? What flavors go well with coffee cake? Strawberries, blueberries, pineapples or blackberries.
What is milky coffees? A cup of black coffee made with milk, also called a “latte”, or “caffe latte”
Is there a healthy alternative to coffee? Matcha tea, Chia tea with chia seeds, or chicory coffee.
What time of day can I drink coffee? ANYTIME! Any time of the day is a great option for drinking a creamy cup of coffee, especially in the afternoons when energy levels are low!
What is a healthy breakfast option? Eggs!
- egg sausage muffins or “egg bites”
- bacon & spinach egg muffins or “egg bites”
- spinach & mushroom quiche
Are there any health benefits of coffee? Due to the caffeine levels, coffee could increase your level of energy. This is the main reason that coffee is a popular choice for a lot of individuals.
What is a favorite breakfast food with coffee? DONUTS! For good reason, donuts have ALWAYS been the perfect pair to a hot cup of coffee. And, if you haven’t tried this combination, let me suggest that the next time you order any type of coffee grab a donut or sweet danish to go with it!
If you are to consider serving side dishes with coffee, what would you choose? Anything chocolate, coffee cake or any sweet flavors of breads or pastries. One of the basic rules with serving coffee is that anything is good with a delicious coffee.
What type of coffee is Costa Rican? Dark roast coffee beans come from Costa Rica.
Basically, there are no general rules on what to serve with coffee! Only your favorite ways to drink coffee is important. When you take a delicious recipe and a cup of coffee they make a great companion together and you can’t go wrong.
“What Top Things to Eat with Coffee: Best Foods”
