Our beloved cup of coffee can occasionally
be upgraded and receive an invigorating addition of unique flavor,
beyond the familiar taste of coffee. People who abandon sweetening their
coffee with white sugar find substitutes like honey, agave syrup, or
date syrup, which add flavor but still increase the sugar content.
According to various studies, moderate coffee consumption reduces the
risk of heart disease, respiratory issues, cancer, stroke, and more, so
we have no reason—nor desire—to give up our daily coffee. However, if we
sometimes want to enhance and elevate its taste without adding
unnecessary sugar, we can easily do so with the following 6 additions:
1. Cinnamon
The next time you drink coffee, try replacing the teaspoon of sugar that
sweetens the drink with a teaspoon of pure, ground cinnamon (without
added sugar). Natural cinnamon not only enhances the flavor of your
drink, but it also reduces your sensitivity to the insulin hormone,
helping to balance blood sugar levels and aid in weight loss. Another
option for incorporating cinnamon into the coffee flavor, if you don’t
have ground cinnamon in large quantities at home, is to add a few
cinnamon sticks to the container where you store your ground coffee or
coffee beans.
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2. Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Adding a bit of cocoa powder to your coffee is a great way to give it a
chocolatey flavor and some flavonoids—antioxidants that combat premature
aging and improve blood flow to the brain and heart. Additionally,
natural cocoa can also affect our mood and serve as an antidepressant.
For those concerned about the caloric addition, we note that two
teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa contain only 25 calories, provided you
use a natural product with minimal processing and no added sweeteners.
3. Vanilla Extract
The vanilla flavor we associate with ice creams, cakes, and puddings is
often linked to sweet, sugary products, but real vanilla extract is
simply a flavor addition derived from a plant. Adding 1-2 drops to a cup
of coffee is enough to impact the drink’s flavor and give it a
wonderful aroma. If desired, you can also add vanilla bean seeds
directly to your drink and enjoy its benefits as a good source of B
vitamins, which protect the skin and help prevent anxiety, depression,
and hair loss.
4. Nutmeg 
Nutmeg is mainly known to us from cooking, but it can also blend
wonderfully with your coffee, especially when combined with cinnamon or
cardamom. Nutmeg, with its bold flavor, is packed with health benefits
such as boosting the immune system, improving memory, alleviating sleep
disorders, joint pain, and more. To enrich your coffee with the flavor
of nutmeg, you only need a small amount, between ¼ to ½ a teaspoon.
5. Coconut Flakes
When we suggest adding coconut to your coffee, we don’t mean the
sweetened coconut used in cakes and cookies, as that contains
preservatives. Natural coconut flakes, extracted from fresh and dried
coconuts, can be found in health food stores and added to your hot
drinks without worrying about their sugar content. The coconut flakes
and their many health benefits will blend wonderfully into your coffee
and serve as a milder alternative to adding coconut oil to coffee—a
habit that has gained popularity in recent years.
6. Orange Juice
It’s commonly believed that the surprising idea of combining oranges
with coffee originated in Arizona, USA, and became a global hit. The
common method is to pour orange juice into the bottom of a glass and add
a shot of espresso on top. While this may sound like an odd flavor
combination, it’s worth trying at least once. Orange juice contains its
natural sugar content and a significant amount of vitamin C. However, if
this combination intimidates you, we have an alternative suggestion
reminiscent of the Italian tradition of serving coffee with a slice of
lemon or orange. After preparing your coffee, rub an orange peel on the
rim of the cup and add just a few drops of fresh orange juice.
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