Food & Nutrition 10 Ways to Enjoy Coffee without Having to Drink it These healthy recipes will let you enjoy the aroma, flavor, and energizing perks of coffee all day long By Rebekka Spiller Rebekka Spiller Rebekka Spiller is a marketing and digital media professional with a focus on content creation, data-driven research, digital platforms, and social media for the beauty, cosmetic surgery, and fitness industries. For the past five years, Rebekka has worked as a content creator for digital lifestyle publications in the Greater New York City area. Shape's editorial guidelines Published on October 30, 2014 Share Tweet Pin Email Chocolate-Covered Katie. Most of us can't imagine starting our morning off without a steaming cup of coffee. And as the crisp, cool days of fall get underway, the allure of the drink's deliciously dark, seductive aroma becomes just as enticing as our soft, cozy beds. Just sniffing the scent wafting through the kitchen is enough to perk up your senses and get you ready to face the day! Even if a piping mug of java doesn't get you buzzin' in the morning, coffee can still bring a lot to the table-literally! From meat rubs to soups to one-minute dessert, the dynamism of coffee lets you add extra flair to any dish! Is Tea Better Than Coffee for a Long Life? Breakfast Brown Butter Espresso Chip Muffins What goes together with chocolate better than coffee (well, besides peanut butter)? Infused with the essence of espresso and delicately topped with buttery oat flakes, these bites are perfect for a grab-and-go. Coffee Banana Smoothie Just because the weather is getting colder doesn't mean you need to give up your frozen drinks. This deliciously creamy smoothie (below) will not only perk up your senses, but also satisfy your sweet tooth without added sugar. Hello, paradise! Sides/Seasonings Sweet Potatoes with Bourbon and Maple Coffee truly is the star of this dish! And pairing it with maple syrup in the sauce creates a beautiful fusion of bitter and sweet that we're loving! Pow! Flavored Salt Liven up your salt with the power of coffee! Perfect for adding the finishing touch on desserts and drinks, you'll be feeling a fabulous coffee buzz (or at least some sort of buzz) afterward. Coffee BBQ Sauce This sauce perfectly balances tangy and sweet, with a hint of coffee that simply teases the senses-perfect for giving a simple chicken or steak some added oomph. Mains Bean Chili with Walnuts and Chocolate This coffee-laced chilli is sinfully delicious and the perfect remedy for warming you up on a chilly day (plus it's meat-free)! Spiced Coffee Rubbed Steak Simple. Easy. Devine. Rubbed down with the earthiness of coffee and the spiciness of cumin, this steak (below) masters both elements in a perfect blend. Caramelized Coffee Spiced Chicken This savory dish is quick and simple, using a single-origin coffee with sweet citrus and heady floral aromas, like Starbucks® Rwanda Rift Valley Single Origin Coffee, plays perfectly with the orange juice in the marinade! Desserts Healthy Chocolate "Surprise" Truffles The bitterness of the coffee bean encompassed by the sweetness of these healthy truffles (below) creates the perfect balance of flavors. Coffee Cake in a Mug With only 130 calories and a minute of your time, these super moist treats (pictured at top) are completely guilt-free and ready to enjoy in the blink of an eye. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit