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Silky Vanilla Latte

Espresso meets steamed milk in 5 minutes flat. Froth the milk, pour, and serve café-quality coffee at home without any fuss.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
145
Protein
8g
Silky Vanilla Latte
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour milk into a microwave-safe pitcher or milk jug.

  2. Step 2

    Microwave milk for 45 seconds until steaming and just starting to foam.

  3. Step 3

    Grab a whisk or frother and agitate milk for 20 seconds until a thick layer of microfoam forms on top.

  4. Step 4

    Pour hot espresso into a cup. Stir in vanilla and sugar until dissolved.

  5. Step 5

    Pour steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with remaining foam.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tools you’ll need

  • espresso machine or moka pot
  • microwave-safe pitcher or milk jug
  • microwave
  • whisk or milk frother
  • ceramic coffee cup

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