Perfect Espresso Latte
Creamy, smooth latte with rich espresso and velvety steamed milk. No machine required—a simple stovetop method delivers café-quality results at home.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 140
- Protein
- 7g
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Ingredients
- 2 shots (or 1/4 cup) espresso shots (or strong brewed coffee)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- ⅛ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Brew 2 espresso shots into a tall mug or heat 1/4 cup strong coffee. Add sugar if desired.
- 2
Pour milk into a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly until surface is foamy and steaming, ~2 minutes.
- 3
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with a thin layer of foam.
- 4
Add a pinch of salt to round out the flavor. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine or coffee maker
- tall mug or coffee cup
- small saucepan
- whisk
- spoon
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