Café-Quality Latte
Espresso shots pulled fresh, steamed milk layered with velvety microfoam, and a touch of sweetness — the coffee-shop latte you can make at home in under 5 minutes. No fancy equipment needed if you have an espresso machine or use strong brewed coffee.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 140
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 2 oz espresso (or strong brewed coffee)
- 8 oz whole milk
- ½ tbsp honey or sugar
Instructions
- 1
Pull two shots of espresso into a warm ceramic cup, or brew 2 oz strong hot coffee.
- 2
Steam milk until it reaches 150–155°F and the pitcher hums with microfoam, ~45 seconds.
- 3
Stir honey or sugar into the espresso until dissolved.
- 4
Pour steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon, filling to 3/4 full.
- 5
Top with a thin layer of microfoam, about 0.5 inch.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine with steam wand (or French press or pour-over for strong coffee)
- ceramic or glass cup (8–10 oz)
- milk pitcher (stainless steel, 12 oz minimum)
- instant-read thermometer (optional but helpful)
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