Latte Recipe

Inspired by The Griddle

Time15m

Serves1

Espresso with milk - served hot or cold

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Ingredients

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1
Brew the Espresso
In an espresso machine, add 2 tablespoons of espresso coffee grounds to the portafilter. Pack the grounds evenly and securely. Attach the portafilter to the machine.
2
Extract the Espresso
Start the machine and let the water flow through the coffee grounds. This should take about 25-30 seconds to yield 1 ounce (30 ml) of espresso. Pour the espresso into a cup.

3
Heat the Milk
In a small saucepan, pour 1 cup of milk. Heat over medium-low heat until steaming, but do not boil. Stir gently to avoid scalding.
4
Froth the Milk
Using a frother, whisk the heated milk until it is frothy and has doubled in volume. If you don’t have a frother, you can use a whisk or shake the milk in a jar with a lid until frothy.

5
Combine Espresso and Milk
Slowly pour the frothed milk over the brewed espresso in the cup. Hold back the foam with a spoon to control the amount of foam you want in your latte.
6
Add Sugar (Optional)
If desired, stir in sugar to taste before serving.