Latte Recipe

Brew the Espresso

Begin by brewing 2 shots of espresso using your espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker. Pour the espresso into a large mug.

Heat the Milk

In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent it from scorching. You can also steam the milk using a milk frother if you have one.

Add Flavoring

Once the milk is heated, add 1 teaspoon of sugar and 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the milk. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Froth the Milk

Using a whisk or a milk frother, froth the heated milk until it becomes creamy and has a nice foam on top.

Combine Espresso and Milk

Pour the frothed milk over the brewed espresso in the mug. Hold back the foam with a spoon to allow the milk to mix with the espresso, then spoon the foam on top.

Garnish

Sprinkle a teaspoon of cocoa powder on top of the foam for an added touch of flavor and presentation.

Serve

Your latte is ready to enjoy! Serve immediately, and add additional sugar if desired.