If you brewed too much coffee in the morning, it might be too wasteful to just throw it away. Fortunately, there are several ways to use leftover coffee effectively. Coffee, in particular, becomes more acidic the longer it is left at room temperature compared to other foods. Therefore, after the coffee cools, it is best to transfer it to a heat-resistant, airtight container and store it in the refrigerator, using it all within a day or two. The American health-focused media Eating Well has introduced the following methods for utilizing leftover coffee.

 

1. Making whipped coffee

Let's try using leftover coffee instead of instant coffee, like the popular dalgona coffee. After simmering the leftover coffee with sugar to thicken the concentration, whip it for a few minutes to create a smooth and fluffy foam. Add ice and pour in milk to enjoy as an afternoon snack, or add cocoa powder to transform it into a mocha chino.

2. Storing with coffee ice cubes

Pour the remaining coffee into an ice tray and freeze it, so that when added to iced coffee, it won't be diluted and will retain a rich flavor. If you freeze it with milk or cream mixed in, you can also make unique coffee cubes.

3. Adding to smoothies

Put coffee ice cubes into a blender, then blend with protein powder (vanilla or chocolate recommended) and milk. Alternatively, store leftover coffee in the refrigerator, then freeze it and make a smoothie with frozen banana, protein powder, and ice.

 

4. Using as baking ingredients

Try using leftover coffee instead of water in dessert recipes like cakes or brownies. Especially when used with box mix products, it can add a deep and rich flavor.

 

5. Making Salad Dressing

You can also make salad dressing using the acidity of coffee. Coffee-balsamic dressing pairs well with spinach salad, served with soft cheese, pears, and walnuts.

 

6. Trying Cocktails

If you don't have coffee liqueur, try making it yourself with leftover coffee. Boil coffee and dark brown sugar to make a rich syrup, then add one of rum, bourbon, or vodka, and include cinnamon or cloves. Pour into a glass bottle and let it mature in the refrigerator for a few days. The coffee syrup made this way can be used in cocktails, enjoyed with ice, or drizzled over ice cream.

 

7. Try using a meat marinade

You can use coffee to tenderize meat. After simmering one cup of coffee to one-third of its original volume and cooling it, make a marinade sauce by mixing Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, pepper, and oil, and serve it alongside.

 

8. Using as a plant fertilizer

Used coffee grounds can also be used as plant fertilizer. Dilute the coffee with water at a 1:3 ratio and pour it into the pot. Coffee is rich in nitrogen, magnesium, and calcium, which help strengthen plant stems and promote healthy growth. Applying diluted coffee once or twice a week can produce noticeable effects.

 

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