For some, a cup of coffee symbolises life. For others, it is just a smooth and refreshing drink. But all coffee-drinkers would agree that a cup of coffee made from selected coffee beans is just not complete without the right accompaniments. You might be drinking well-brewed artisanal coffee or instant coffee, but having a good snack with any coffee is always pleasant.
May it be a salty and crispy cracker or perhaps a soft and sugary pastry, but whatever it is, it is sure to make the coffee even tastier. Read more to find snacks that go well with coffee.
How to choose the right snack to go with your coffee?
Coffee has its distinct taste and aroma but different coffee beans have different notes and flavours infused into it. From being sweet and fruity to having a spicy kick, coffee has a wide range. Drinking a cup of well roasted and brewed coffee is in itself a culinary experience. But to make it complete and truly wholesome, you might want to pair it with a tasty snack!
Here is what you need to keep in mind while choosing your coffee buddy:
1. Keep it light, sweet, and crunchy
2. A light, moist, and sweet treat is a go-to snack with a warm and comforting cup of coffee, especially if you drink your coffee black.
3. Introduce a healthy delectable
4. You can choose to go for something healthy with your coffee.
5. Balance the sweetness out with something savoury
6. A salty and savoury snack goes well with coffee, be it black or with sugar.
Tasty snacks you can pair with coffee
Depending on your taste preferences, you can try these snacks and choose which ones you like best with your coffee. Here is a look at 10 of the tastiest and healthiest snacks to pair with coffee.
1. Salted almonds
It packs a unique combination of nutty and salty flavours that pair perfectly with coffee A good accompaniment for it would be the mint-flavoured latte. This is definitely one of the healthy snacks to pair with coffee.
2. Dried Cranberries
Loaded with a tinge of sourness, it makes for a delectable surprise to go with most coffee drinks.
3. Butter Croissants
If there was a snack that paired perfectly with coffee, it is this french snack. Croissants are flaky wonders of heaven and make for a great accompaniment with coffee.
4. Biscuits
You can choose to have your choice of biscuits with coffee. Our favourites are slightly sweet wheat biscuits.
5. Peanut-flavoured Chocolate bits
The salty peanut flavour is a stark contrast to the crunchy and sweet chocolaty taste of this snack. It goes best with raw espresso.
6. Dark chocolate bar
Do not let the rich chocolate-filled texture fool you. It lets out a strong taste that is perfectly suited to go with the fruity flavours of a mild-roast coffee.
7. Belgian Waffles
Soft, mushy, and fluffy, these are considered to be classic treats to be served with coffee. Best of all, they come in multiple different flavours like , apple cinnamon, vanilla, and more.
8. Donuts
A soft and sweet donut goes well with coffee. The taste of a donut is enhanced with a cup of coffee.
9. Bagels
Whether you like to enjoy something crispy with your coffee or you prefer to have something sweet, bagels make the cut. Bagels and artisanal coffee go great together.
10. Crepes
Like bagels and a few others, crepes are versatile in the sense that they can be sweet or savoury. You can add some berries to a sweet cake that complement well with coffee..
There are many snacks that you can enjoy with a cup of coffee. From healthy almonds to delicious croissants, you can have your pick! For even more delicious and freshly made snacks that go with coffee, do visit our Bombay Island Coffee Experience Centre at Vikhroli!