Cappuccino / Café Latte (milk) Recipe
Make Cappuccino / Café Latte (milk) 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 Preparation
Toppings
Method
Coffee Base Preparation
- 1
Brew Espresso
Using an espresso machine, brew 2 shots of espresso coffee. If you don't have an espresso machine, you can use a stovetop espresso maker.
- 2
Add Hot Water
Pour 60 ml of hot water over the brewed espresso to create an Americano style base for the cappuccino or café latte.
Milk Preparation
- 3
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, heat 240 ml of whole milk over medium heat until steaming, but not boiling.
- 4
Assembly and Topping
- 5
Combine Espresso and Milk
Pour the brewed espresso and hot water mixture into a large cup. Slowly pour the steamed milk over the coffee, holding back the foam with a spoon for a café latte, or fully incorporate the foam for a cappuccino.
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