Description
Coffee lovers rejoice with this classic Italian macchiato, a delightful espresso marked by a whisper of steamed milk. Rich, balanced flavors create a perfect midday pick-me-up you’ll savor with Mediterranean elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) espresso
- 1 tablespoon milk
Supporting Ingredients:
- Optional: cocoa powder or cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a high-quality double shot espresso, precisely measuring 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) directly into a clean, warm espresso cup.
- Use a professional steam wand or milk frother to transform cold milk into a silky, velvety microfoam with delicate, tiny bubbles, ensuring the texture is smooth and consistently creamy.
- Gently introduce a small amount of steamed milk into the rich espresso, creating a subtle marbled effect that softens the intense coffee’s robust flavor.
- Carefully crown the beverage with a generous dollop of frothed milk, allowing the white foam to float delicately on top of the dark espresso, creating the signature macchiato appearance.
Notes
- Capture the essence of Italian coffee culture with this classic espresso-based beverage.
- Achieve the perfect balance between bold espresso and delicate, creamy milk foam.
- Select high-quality, freshly roasted espresso beans for an authentic flavor profile.
- Master the technique of creating microfoam by using a steam wand at the right angle and depth.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the distinct layers and vibrant taste of a traditional macchiato.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 30 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg