The Perfect No-Bake Caramel Turtle Cheesecake Recipe

So we're all about making the best coffee we can but we've found that one great way to make coffee even better is to enjoy it with some dessert.

One of the best desserts we've found to enjoy with a Starbucks Pike Place coffee roast or maybe a Marley Talkin' Blues is the No-Bake Caramel Turtle Cheesecake.

Here's what you'll need:

Brownie layer of cheesecake:

• 1 box of brownie mix or you can make your own batch of brownies from scratch if you know a good recipe

Caramel syrup:

• 1 cup of granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup of water
• 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream
• 3 tbs of butter, unsalted
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Caramel cheesecake:

• 16 ounces of cream cheese
• Half cup of granulated sugar
• Half cup of brown sugar
• 3/4 cup of caramel syrup
• Half tsp of cinnamon
• A pinch of nutmeg
• 4 ounces of cool whip

Topping:

• Handful of chopped nuts, such as pecans
• Caramel syrup
• Hot fudge

1. Grease the 9 inch springform pan. Mix all the brownie ingredients until the mix is smooth. Pour the mix into the pan and bake according to the brownie box's instructions. Sorry, so there is some baking. 
2. While the brownies are baking, make the caramel sauce. In a small pot, heat up the sugar with water over medium heat and whisk until the sugar is dissolved. Once the sugar is dissolved, swirl the pan until it turns a slightly darker color, around an amber color. Do not whisk this mix, swirl using the handle. Slowly and carefully pour in the cream. Whisk this until it is smooth. Remove the pot from heat and mix in the butter, vanilla, and salt. Set the caramel to the side and allow it to cool and thicken a bit. Once the brownies are done, remove the outer ring of the pan and allow the brownies to cool. 
3. In a large mixing bowl, mix the cream cheese and sugars until it is all smooth. Stir in 3/4 cup of caramel syrup and spices until mixed. Mix in cool whip and mix until smooth and even distributed. Put the outer ring of the springform pan back on the pan. Put the cheesecake mixture on top of the brownies. Chill in fridge for a few hours. 
4. Sprinkle nuts and caramel sauce over top of brownies. 
5. Serve. 

Mocha Mint Latte - A K-Cup Coffee Recipe

Since it is spring, and that usually is greeted by things that are green: grass, trees, milkshakes, a Chicago river, etc. So why not make a latte that also features some green! Don't worry, the latte is not green but it does have mint :)

Here's what you'll need for the recipe: 

• An extra bold K-Cup coffee blend
• 4 ounces of milk - skim, 2 percent, or whole
• 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract
• 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup - whatever brand that your heart desires will do. 
• Whipped cream (used for topping, so no minimum amount required)
• A milk frother
• A large mug (at least 14 ounces)

Now that we have the ingredients ready to go, let's get started!

1. Brew the K-Cup into your mug. 
2. Prep the milk in the milk frother while you are brewing the coffee. This won't take long. 
3. When the milk is done brewing, mix in the peppermint extract. 
4. Mix in your 4 tablespoons of chocolate syrup
5. Now, carefully stir in your milk (it will be hot) and the sugar (or sugar substitute) if you are adding in any of that. 
6. Lavish it with some whipped cream (tub or can, doesn't matter). 

Enjoy your latte with some sunshine and warmth as we've made it out of winter! 

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Is Coffee the New Superfood?

Recent health studies, and health studies over the past year or two, have been saying how coffee is a fix for all sorts of health issues such as heart disease, certain cancers, Parkinsons & Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, etc. But is it able to help all of these health issues? 

Coffee has hundreds of compounds in it, some of which are good for you, while others are not. This is why coffee has been flip-flopped on the "is it healthy for us?" scale. The good news is that coffee (when consumed in moderation) is not bad for you. However, do proceed with caution before consuming the whole pot of coffee with the belief that you just did your heart and brain a huge favor.

A recent health study from Korea shows that people who consume three to five cups of coffee per day will help reduce calcium build-ups from clogging arteries. While there is some link here, researchers are waiting on more research on these findings.

Coffee has been found to not increase the odds of dying from any specific disease(s) but that does not give us the go-ahead to consume a whole bunch of it. While it can help reduce chances of developing things like heart disease and cancers, this is not so much the case of coffee that is loaded with sugary additives, such as whipped cream. This has been found for both decaffeinated coffee and caffeinated coffee, including K-Cup coffee.

Bottom line: do your research and consume coffee in moderation. One way to keep coffee moderation in check is with coffee K-Cups since you can actually see how much coffee you had after the coffee is consumed. Purchase coffee from Coffeevines and be on your way to a responsible, moderate coffee habit and actually enjoy the health benefits of coffee.

What New Coffees are at Coffeevines.com?

Getting a new gift is one of the best feelings in the world, almost as good as the feeling you get when you drink a great cup of coffee. So, when you combine the feeling of a new gift and drinking coffee, you get something truly special.

We have three new delicious coffee K-Cups to offer you, and they are good.

1. Martinson's Cayman Coconut- This blend is a aromatic, relieving blend of coconut, caramel, and chocolate flavors that create a beautiful marriage. The best way to drink Cayman Coconut coffee is to sit back & relax as you feel the tropic breeze wave over you under a palm tree. The sensational flavors create a moment of bliss with each sip and convince you another cup is necessary. 
2. Martinson's Tiramisu Twist- A truly magical K-Cup coffee blend. Enjoy the flavor of delicious tiramisu and love the quick, convenient brewing style of K-Cups. No need to book a trip to Italy, simply purchase the coffee from Coffeevines.com and have a little taste of Italy right in your home or office. Sweet, rich, luscious, and lovely, this coffee is nothing short of enchanting. 
3. Martinson's Mint 'n' Mocha- Refreshing, perky, and sweet, this coffee is a triple threat. The intense and loving aroma is as terrific as the coffee in your cup. Enjoy your mornings a little bit more and have Martinson's Mint 'n' Mocha coffee to greet you. 

Do you live far from a store? Maybe your day is too busy to remember to stop at a store to buy coffee? Or perhaps you don't like the coffee the other person likes to brew? Then buy K-Cup coffee from Coffeevines and have the coffee you want, delivered right to your door.