Here is what you need to know about the general steps in roasting coffee beans, regardless of the method you use.

1. The right temperature for roasting coffee beans is between 350°F and 500°F. It all depends on the method you prefer to use. It is important to make sure you stir the beans constantly, so that the heat distributes evenly. It can get quite smoky, so do your best to maximize the ventilation. Use heatproof mitts.

2. You will hear 2 distinctive cracks of the beans during the roasting process. The first one will happen after approximately 3 to 5 minutes and the second one after a few more minutes. It is recommended to remove the coffee from the heat about 30 seconds after the second crack.

3. The coffee beans need to cool down. Use 2 colanders (only metal ones). Shake and move the beans between them. This will make them cool down quickly. In case you don’t have colanders, transfer your roasted beans to baking paper to allow them to cool down.

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