Cafe Au Lait
Savor the comforting simplicity of a classic Café Au Lait, the perfect balance of bold coffee and velvety steamed milk. This French-inspired beverage, made with just two ingredients—freshly brewed coffee and gently heated milk—is a quick and easy way to elevate your coffee routine in just 10 minutes. Whether you use a drip machine, French press, or pour-over method, the richness of the coffee harmonizes beautifully with the creaminess of the milk. For an extra indulgent twist, froth the milk to add a silky foam topping. Ideal for slow mornings or as a soothing afternoon pick-me-up, this one-serving recipe transforms your daily brew into a cozy café experience at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
Brew 1 cup of your favorite coffee using your preferred method (drip, French press, pour-over, etc.).
While the coffee is brewing, pour 1 cup of milk into a small saucepan or frothing pitcher.
Heat the milk over medium heat on the stove, stirring occasionally, until it starts to steam. Avoid boiling the milk.
Optional: Use a milk frother or whisk to create a light froth for extra creaminess.
In a large mug, pour equal parts of the freshly brewed coffee and steamed milk (approximately ½ cup each).
If desired, top with the prepared milk froth.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy and flavorful Cafe Au Lait!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
