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Café-Perfect Latte

Silky espresso and steamed milk with a touch of sweetness. This is the latte you'd order at your favorite coffee shop, made at home in under 5 minutes.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
95
Protein
6g
Café-Perfect Latte
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pull 1 oz espresso into a 12 oz cup, or brew 1 oz strong hot coffee.

  2. Step 2

    Heat milk to 150–155°F in a milk frother, or heat in a small saucepan until steaming (do not boil).

  3. Step 3

    Pour hot milk into the espresso, holding back foam with a spoon. Fill to 1 inch from rim.

  4. Step 4

    Top with a thin layer of milk foam. Stir in honey if desired and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • espresso machine or coffee maker
  • milk frother or small saucepan
  • 12 oz ceramic cup or mug
  • spoon

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