Latte Recipe
Make Latte Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Milk Foam
Toppings (optional)
Method
Preparing Espresso
- 1
Brew Espresso
In an espresso machine, brew 2 shots of espresso using freshly ground coffee and water.
Foaming the Milk
- 2
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat until it's steaming, but not boiling.
- 3
Froth the Milk
Using a frother or whisk, froth the milk until it doubles in volume and forms a creamy foam.
- 4
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Combine Espresso and Milk
Pour the brewed espresso into a coffee cup and gently pour the frothed milk over the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon.
- 6
Top with Foam
Spoon the remaining milk foam on top of the latte.
Optional Toppings
- 7
Add Toppings
Sprinkle cocoa powder or cinnamon on top of the foam if desired.