Cappuccino Recipe

Inspired by Stock Hill

Time15m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Brew the Espresso
Using an espresso machine, brew 2 shots of espresso (approximately 60ml) with fresh coffee grounds. Make sure the espresso is rich and full-bodied.
2
Heat the Water
In a small pot or kettle, heat 60ml of water until it reaches a near-boiling point (about 90-95°C). This water will be used to dilute the espresso slightly, if desired.

3
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, heat 150ml of whole milk over medium heat. Do not let it boil; aim for a temperature of about 65°C.
4
Froth the Milk
Using a milk frother or steam wand, froth the heated milk until it is creamy and has a thick layer of foam on top. This should take about 30 seconds.

5
Combine Ingredients
In a cappuccino cup or a small mug, pour the brewed espresso. If you prefer, add a splash of the hot water to dilute the espresso slightly.
6
Add Frothed Milk
Spoon the frothed milk over the espresso, allowing the foam to sit on top. Aim for a ratio of 1:1 espresso to milk to create a balanced cappuccino.
7
Garnish
Sprinkle cocoa powder and/or cinnamon on top of the milk foam for added flavor and presentation.