Espresso Recipe
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Ingredients
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DESSERTS
Method
DESSERTS
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Beans
Start by selecting your favorite espresso coffee beans. Measure out 2 cups of beans.
- 2
Grind the Beans
Using a coffee grinder, grind the beans until they reach a fine consistency suitable for espresso brewing.
- 3
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 500 ml of water to a boil. Make sure it reaches around 90-95 degrees Celsius for optimal extraction.
- 4
Brew the Espresso
Using an espresso machine, place the ground coffee into the portafilter and tamp it down firmly. Attach the portafilter to the machine and brew the espresso. Aim for about 30 ml of espresso per shot.
- 5
Sweeten Your Espresso
Once brewed, pour the espresso into a cup and add 2 tablespoons of sugar, stirring until fully dissolved.
- 6
Add Milk (Optional)
If desired, steam 1 cup of milk and pour it into the espresso for a creamier texture. Adjust the amount based on personal preference.
- 7
Garnish
For an added touch, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of chocolate shavings on top of the espresso or milk mixture.
- 8
Serve
Serve the espresso immediately while hot. Enjoy your delicious dessert espresso!