Macchiato recipe served in a glass, by la Madeleine
Jun 09 2026
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Macchiato Recipe

Inspired by la Madeleine
Time15m
Serves1

Make Macchiato 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

Method

Preparing Espresso

  1. 1

    Brew the Espresso

    Using an espresso machine, brew 2 shots of espresso. Make sure the espresso is rich and has a good crema on top.

  2. 2

    Prepare Water

    Heat 200 ml of water to just below boiling point (about 90-95°C). This will be used for diluting the espresso if desired.

Preparing Milk Foam

  1. 3

    Steam the Milk

    In a steaming pitcher, pour 100 ml of whole milk. Use a steam wand to froth the milk until it is creamy and has doubled in volume.

  2. 4

    Add Vanilla Syrup

    Once the milk is frothed, add 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup and stir gently to combine.

  3. 5

    Add Cinnamon Powder

    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder over the frothed milk and stir lightly to infuse the flavor.

Assembling the Macchiato

  1. 6

    Combine Espresso and Milk

    In a serving glass or cup, pour the brewed espresso first. Then, gently spoon the frothed milk on top, creating a layered effect.

  2. 7

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the macchiato immediately while hot. Optionally, you can sprinkle a bit more cinnamon on top for garnish.

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