Honey Coffee

Sep 26, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Honey Coffee in a ceramic mug on an oak bar

A simple hot brewed coffee sweetened with honey for a natural, mild sweetness.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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12.0 fl oz (355.0 ml)brewed coffee
2.0 tsp (7.0 g)honey

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Instructions

Brew 12 fl oz (355 ml) of your preferred coffee using your usual method.
While the coffee is hot, add 2 teaspoons (7 g) of honey.
Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved and serve immediately.

Tips

Use freshly brewed coffee for better honey absorption and flavor balance. Substitute maple syrup for a different natural sweetener.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make honey coffee?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make honey coffee ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

A simple hot brewed coffee sweetened with honey for a natural, mild sweetness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

29 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

6.8g Carbs

0.4g Protein

5.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~29 cal · 0g fat · 7g carbs · 0g protein · 6g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 29 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 5 min·0.3 mi·~600 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 4 min·0.2 mi·~400 steps
Moderate cycling 3 min·0.6 mi
Swimming laps 4 min
Jogging 3 min·0.3 mi·~500 steps
Stair climbing 3 min·~250 steps
Dancing 5 min
Bodyweight circuit training 3 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 7 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.