Café Latte That Actually Looks Good
Silky espresso-and-milk drink with café-quality microfoam, ready in under 5 minutes. No fancy equipment needed — just hot water, milk, and technique.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 155
- Protein
- 8g
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Ingredients
- 10 oz whole milk, cold
- 2 oz espresso or strong brewed coffee, hot
- ½ tbsp honey or simple syrup
- ¼ pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Pour cold milk into a tall glass or pitcher. Microwave 45 seconds until steaming but not boiling.
- 2
Whisk vigorously for 30–45 seconds until the surface is covered in small, dense bubbles and the milk is frothy.
- 3
Pour espresso into a tall mug. Add honey and a pinch of salt, stir to combine.
- 4
Pour the steamed milk slowly into the espresso, tilting the cup, until full. Top with foam.
- 5
Serve immediately while foam is still thick and glossy.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe tall glass or pitcher
- whisk or fork
- tall coffee mug or cup
- spoon
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