Pumpkin Spice Muffin

Easily, this is one of our favorite baked goods at the shops. It’s so light and fluffy and has the perfect amount of that spice we love so much.

Pumpkin Spice Scone

If you’re looking for something a little less sweet and a great breakfast on the go, this is it for you! Top with a drizzle of icing really adds the perfect touch.

Pumpkin Brownie

So, this actually is probably the most popular item sold at the shops. We do make it year round, though. It has more of a cake texture than a brownie texture but it’s delicious.

Pumpkin Rolls

Sold at Trader Joe’s, which we are major fans of. These are just like the favorite cinnamon rolls, but with that ever so popular pumpkin spice flavor instead.

Pumpkin Spice RX Bar

Oddly enough, we actually just started selling these. These are pretty healthy options for when you want a sweet little something but don’t want the calories or sugar. Plus, they pack a good protein punch for those of you who need that.

Pumpkin Spice Oreos

So, I actually haven’t tried these, yet, because I am an Oreo snob and pretty much only stick to Double Stuf original flavor. However, they are sold out every time I go to the store, so they must be good.

Have you tried any or all of these? Let us know if we missed something that you think can top all of these favorites!

See ya soon!

Sycamore Grounds Staff

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Is your daily dose of coffee not enough for you? Are you looking for something a little extra? Do you want to know how to make the best coffee cupcakes? Simple all you have to do is use our Famous Amaya coffee and of course follow this awesome recipe I have listed below for you. It has the perfect balance between light chocolate and a hint of creamy delicious coffee.

If you want to make amazing cupcakes with the most fabulous coffee do yourself a favor and follow this recipe!! I know it seems like I am pushing you but it’s because I am. LOL. So now that I have obviously convinced you I bet your trying to figure out what occasion you should make these for aren’t you? Honestly any occasion whether it be for a friend, teacher appreciation week or even a holiday. I guarantee someone will be head over hills for them and you might even be the talk of the party for bringing these bad boys. Plus they are homemade who doesn’t love homemade? I do! I do! If you are a mom like I am you could easily make these with your little ones and spend that fun quality time us moms are always looking for. The coffee is not overbearing so it should be fine for kids to consume.

Mocha cupcakes with espresso Buttercream icing
INGREDIENTS:
For the Cupcakes:
• ½ cup (120 ml) brewed coffee, at room temperature
• 1½ teaspoons espresso powder
• ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⅓ cups (189 grams) all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup (28 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• ½ cup (99 grams) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (99 grams) light brown sugar
• 1 egg, at room temperature
For the Espresso Buttercream Frosting:
• 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2½ cups (283 grams) powdered sugar
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1½ teaspoons espresso powder
DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a standard-size muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Make the Cupcakes: In a measuring cup, whisk the espresso powder into the brewed coffee until completely dissolved. Add the milk and vanilla extract; set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
4. With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and beat until combined. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with two additions of the coffee mixture, mixing each until just combined. Using a rubber spatula, give the batter a final stir to ensure everything is incorporated.
5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting the cupcakes.
6. Make the Frosting: In a small bowl, whisk the espresso powder into the vanilla until dissolved; set aside.
7. Using the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, whip the butter on medium-high speed for 5 minutes, stopping once to scrape the sides of the bowl. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the powdered sugar a little at a time, waiting until it is mostly incorporated before adding more. Once all of the powdered sugar has been added, scrape the sides of the bowl and increase the speed to medium-high and whip until fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the espresso and vanilla mixture and continue to mix at medium-high speed until it is completely incorporated, scraping the sides as necessary. Frost the cupcakes as desired (I used the Wilton 1M decorating tip).

Hope all you coffee lovers enjoy this recipe! If you make it don’t forget to share it online and tag us in it! We would love to see them.
Love always,
Coffee Obsessed Nina

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We just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who has been coming to our Open Mic Night, players and listeners alike. We have been having such a great time at Open Mic Nights.
It seems like it’s something we will keep doing once a month, and hopefully during these cooler winter months we can do one outside. We think that would be so cool.
So, in order for us to continue with them, we need all of you to keep showing up to sing and to listen. The sing-a-longs at the end are always a hit. Tell your friends, make a night out of it, grab some coffee and enjoy supporting some neighborhood artists.

Thanks again,
Sycamore Grounds Management

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Hello everyone! Welcome to Sycamore Grounds, we are so glad to have you all here.

Please be patient with us while we get this new website dedicated just to the coffee shop up and running completely! You are always welcome to head on over to our Facebook @sycamoregroundscoffee if you want more information. Also, if you just like looking at awesome pictures of latte art and all of our delicious goodies, it’s a great place to visit!

I guess we could say that the site will never be fully completed, because we will constantly be updating it. So, keep on the lookout for new events, products and more!

Sincerely,

Sycamore Grounds Management

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