Minnie's Coffee Recipe

Anne's family recipe for Special Coffee - who wouldn't love cocoa, whipped cream and coffee as a treat?

Photo by Jason Floyd

Makes 4 servings 

What you need:

·  ¼ Cup water

·  3 Tablespoons brown sugar

·    2 Tablespoons cocoa powder

·  4 cups strong, hot coffee

·  4 Tablespoons whipped cream for garnish if desired

What you do:

1.  Put water, brown sugar and cocoa powder in saucepan and heat over medium-high heat.

2.  Stir frequently while bringing to a boil.

3.  Boil for 5 minutes until thick and smooth.

4.  Spoon 2-3 teaspoons of cocoa mix in each of 4 coffee mugs.

5.  Pour hot coffee into each mug, filling close to the top.

6.  Float a dollop of whipped cream on the top of each mug (if desired).