Café-Quality Cappuccino at Home
Espresso shots topped with velvety steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam — the classic Italian ratio that tastes like your favorite coffee shop. Takes 5 minutes, no fancy equipment required.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pull two shots of espresso (2 oz total) into a warm 8–10 oz ceramic cup.
Step 2
Pour cold milk into a small pitcher. Add sugar and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Steam or froth the milk using an espresso machine wand until it reaches 150–155°F and a thin layer of microfoam forms on top.
Step 4
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with a thin cap of microfoam.
Step 5
Serve immediately while the drink is still hot.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine with steam wand
- 8–10 oz ceramic cup
- small milk pitcher (12 oz)
- kitchen thermometer (optional but recommended)
- spoon
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