Jul 09 2026
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Cuban Coffee Recipe

Inspired by Tops Diner
Time15m
Serves1

Double shot espresso sweetened with pure cane sugar & steamed milk

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Ingredients

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Coffee Ingredients

Milk Ingredients

Method

Coffee Preparation

  1. 1

    Brew the Espresso

    Start by heating the water to around 90-95 degrees Celsius. In an espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker, add the espresso coffee grounds to the portafilter. Tamp the grounds down firmly, then attach the portafilter to the machine or stovetop maker.

  2. 2

    Sweeten the Espresso

    Once the espresso is brewed, pour it into a small cup. Add the pure cane sugar to the hot espresso and stir until fully dissolved.

Milk Preparation

  1. 3

    Steam the Milk

    In a small saucepan or using a steaming wand, heat the milk until it is steaming but not boiling. If using a saucepan, whisk the milk continuously to create froth.

  2. 4

    Combine Espresso and Milk

    Pour the steamed milk over the sweetened espresso in the cup. You can create latte art by pouring the milk slowly and at an angle.

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