Cappuccino Or Caffè Latte Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

Make Cappuccino Or Caffè 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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1
Grind fresh coffee to a medium-fine grind suitable for espresso. Use approximately 18 g of ground coffee for a double espresso.
2
Brew the espresso using your espresso machine or moka pot to yield about 60 ml of espresso.

3
Step 1
Prepare 60 ml of espresso from the ground coffee.
4
Step 2
Steam milk to around 65-70°C (149-158°F) creating microfoam with a velvety, glossy texture.
5
Step 3
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon, then spoon the foam on top to create a classic cappuccino with a 1/3 milk foam ratio.
6
Optional
Dust with cocoa powder or cinnamon if desired.

7
Step 1
Prepare 60 ml of espresso from the ground coffee.
8
Step 2
Steam milk to around 65-70°C with a light amount of microfoam.
9
Step 3
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, aiming for a latte ratio of roughly 1 part espresso to 3 parts milk.
10
Step 4
Top with a small amount of milk foam if desired, or leave as a smooth latte.