Cafe Amaro Recipe
Make Cafe Amaro Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Flavoring
Milk Foam
Topping
Method
Brew the Coffee
- 1
Prepare Espresso
Brew 2 shots of espresso using your espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker.
- 2
Dilute with Water
In a separate cup, mix the freshly brewed espresso with 100 ml of hot water to create an Americano base.
Add Flavorings
- 3
Mix in Sweeteners
Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder to the coffee base. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Prepare Milk Foam
- 4
Froth the Milk
In a saucepan, heat 150 ml of milk and 30 ml of heavy cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Use a milk frother or whisk to froth the milk until it reaches a creamy consistency.
Assemble the Drink
- 5
Combine Coffee and Milk Foam
Pour the flavored coffee mixture into a serving cup. Gently spoon the frothed milk over the top.
- 6
Add Toppings
Sprinkle 0.5 teaspoons of cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate shavings on top of the frothed milk for garnish.
