Classic Latte with Latte Art
Silky espresso and steamed milk crowned with a foam heart. This is the café latte you'd order, made at home with just an espresso machine or strong brewed coffee and a milk frother.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pull two shots of espresso into a ceramic cup, or brew 3 tbsp strong coffee.
Step 2
Pour milk into a metal pitcher. Submerge steam wand just below surface, tilt pitcher, and steam until milk reaches 150–155°F and froths to 1/4-inch layer.
Step 3
Tap pitcher on counter to pop large bubbles. Swirl milk gently until glossy.
Step 4
Pour steamed milk into espresso in a thin stream, tilting cup. Hold back foam with a spoon, then cap with a pour to create latte art.
Step 5
Serve immediately while the foam is still intact.
Tools you’ll need
- espresso machine with steam wand OR milk frother
- ceramic coffee cup (8-10 oz)
- metal milk pitcher
- instant-read thermometer (optional but recommended)
- spoon
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