Coffee Crusted Filet Mignon

This Coffee Crusted Filet Mignon is a restaurant-quality dinner that’s surprisingly fast and simple to make at home. With a bold, flavorful crust and tender, juicy center, it’s perfect for busy cooks who want something impressive without spending all night in the kitchen. Elegant enough for guests, easy enough for a weeknight splurge.

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Coffee Crusted Filet Mignon

Why You'll Love This Coffee Crusted Filet Mignon Recipe

• Quick but impressive: ready in about 30 minutes total, start to finish

• Feels fancy without the fuss: steakhouse flavor with minimal prep

• Big flavor payoff: coffee adds depth without tasting like coffee

• Perfect for special occasions or date nights: no reservations required

• Minimal ingredients: simple pantry spices do the heavy lifting

• Easy to scale: works for a cozy dinner or entertaining guests

• Pairs with make-ahead sides: ideal for busy schedules

• Cast-iron friendly: one-pan cooking means easy cleanup

• Customizable doneness: everyone gets their steak cooked just how they like it

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Bring steaks to room temperature: ensures even cooking and better searing

• Use finely ground coffee: prevents a gritty texture and helps form a smooth crust

• Don’t overcrowd the pan: gives the steak space to sear instead of steam

• Flip only once during searing: helps build a deep, flavorful crust

Coffee Crusted Filet Mignon Recipe

Prep: 15 mins. | Cook:  15 mins. | Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 2-3 T. finely ground coffee beans

• T. brown sugar

• 1 tsp. chili powder

• 1 tsp. garlic powder

• 1 tsp. onion powder

• 1 T. Montreal steak seasoning

• 4 T. butter, for cooking

• (3) 6 oz. filet mignon steaks, room temperature

Let's Get Started!

1. Preheat oven broiler.

2. Coffee Spice:  Add coffee grounds, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and steak seasoning to a small bowl and mix to combine. Heavily coat all sides of the steak with the rub.

3. Preheat a cast iron skillet over a medium heat. Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt.

4. Place the filets in the skillet and cook until a crust forms on each side. (about 1 minute per side.)

5. Put the skillet in the preheated oven and broil until they reach your desired doneness. Flip filets halfway through cooking. (4- 5 minutes for medium rare depending on the thickness).

6. Remove from the oven and steaks rest for 5 minutes.

7. Serve with Chef Stephanie's Homemade Horseradish Sauce