Espresso & Steamed Milk Cappuccino
Classic Italian cappuccino with rich espresso, velvety steamed milk, and a thick layer of micro-foam. Serve with a biscuit for the perfect coffee-and-cookie moment.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 4g

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Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh whole milk
- 1 single shot (1 oz) espresso
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 whole biscotti or butter biscuit
Instructions
- 1
Pull a single espresso shot into a warm 8-10 oz ceramic cup.
- 2
Steam the milk with an espresso machine wand until it reaches 150-155°F and has a thick layer of micro-foam on top.
- 3
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon, then top with a thick layer of micro-foam.
- 4
Dust lightly with cocoa powder if desired. Serve immediately with the biscuit on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine with steam wand
- 8-10 oz ceramic cup
- metal milk pitcher
- spoon
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