11 Brilliant Ways to Cook With Coffee

Okay, stop staring at this dessert and go make it already! Coconut iced coffee is made even sweeter—and crazier—with tiny doughnuts and a thick layer of whipped cream. It’s… unreal.

Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.

We’re not suggesting it in lieu of your a.m. cup, but a little extra kick never hurt anyone. Add coffee granules to oatmeal and eat hot or cold for a caffeinated and nutritious breakfast.

Get the recipe at Chocolate Covered Katie.

Sometimes, it’s nice not to have to work for your dessert. Case in point: this coffee-infused, creamy, chocolate-y cake with a whole layer of cream cheese.

Get the recipe at Crazy for Crust.

Meet the star of your next brunch. When rubbed with coffee, brown sugar, and chili powder, steak becomes both spicy and sweet, meaning you definitely won’t have to worry about anyone going home hungry.

Get the recipe at Sugar Dish Me.

One of many beauties of coffee is that it’s so easy to enjoy on the run. So it makes sense to combine it with another easy-to-transport snack: the granola bar. This version also includes brown sugar, rolled oats, Rice Krispies cereal, and chocolate chips to curb your hunger and give you a caffeine kick.

Get the recipe at Inside BruCrew Life.

On those mornings when getting out of bed is a major challenge, treat yourself to these warm, fluffy flapjacks.

Get the recipe at Dessert For Two.

First, we’d like to point out that there are both coffee and Kahlúa in this recipe. And second, it’s made in individual cups, so you can have all that chocolate, coffee, caramel goodness to yourself.

Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.

No one’s knocking traditional wings, but this creative alternative is definitely worth trying. Brined in coffee and seasoned with more coffee, paprika, thyme, oregano, and even maple syrup, they’re a no-fail Sunday football dish.

Get the recipe at Food Well Said.

Serve these pops at your last summer barbecue. Each one is literally a frozen cup of coffee with cream and sugar, a.k.a. a refreshing treat that’s sure to please your adult guests.

Get the recipe at The View From Great Island.

When there’s a way to combine two such excellent desserts, we are there. Tiramisu churros are fried to perfection, and, as if a bit of powdered sugar wasn’t enough, there’s incredibly delectable coffee custard for dunking.

Get the recipe at Lady and Pups.

Fall is around the corner, and this recipe is just the thing to welcome it. Spicy cayenne pepper and slightly bitter coffee and beer balance out sweet pumpkin and cocoa.

Get the recipe at The Devil Wears Parsley.