Polish Kawa Zbożowa-Style Coffee, Sugar-Free

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Polish Kawa Zbożowa-Style Coffee, Sugar-Free, plated and ready to serve

Kawa zbożowa — coffee made from roasted grain, typically barley or chicory — has a long history in Poland as a caffeine-free, everyday alternative to real coffee. Since roasted grain carries meaningful carbohydrate, this version keeps the same warming, slightly bitter character using real coffee and a touch of warming spice instead.

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Ingredients for Polish Kawa Zbożowa-Style Coffee, Sugar-Free

Polish Kawa Zbożowa-Style Coffee, Sugar-Free

A rich, roasted alternative to grain coffee, built on real coffee and warming spice instead.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 40kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 cups brewed dark roast coffee
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or unsweetened milk alternative
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar-free sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch ground cardamom

Instructions

  • Brew coffee as usual, using a dark roast.
  • Warm cream gently in a small saucepan, or use it at room temperature if preferred.
  • Stir sweetener, cinnamon, and cardamom into the hot coffee.
  • Pour in the cream and stir well.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 40kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g
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Health Benefits

  • Coffee contains antioxidant compounds that have been studied for a range of metabolic benefits.
  • Cinnamon and cardamom both carry traditional use for digestive support.
  • A naturally low-carb warming drink well suited to a ketogenic eating pattern.
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