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Perfect Café Latte
Silky espresso and steamed milk with just enough foam for latte art. A café-quality drink you can make at home in under five minutes.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 150
- Protein
- 8g
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Pull two espresso shots into a 12-oz cup.
Step 2
Steam milk until a thermometer reads 150–155°F and a fine foam layer forms on top.
Step 3
Pour steamed milk into the espresso, holding back foam with a spoon, then top with a thin layer of microfoam for latte art.
Step 4
Stir in honey if desired. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine with steam wand
- 12-oz ceramic or glass cup
- milk pitcher or steaming vessel
- thermometer (optional but recommended)
- spoon
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