Simple Caffe Latte Cafe Quality at Home
Recreate the delight of a café experience with this Simple Caffe Latte Cafe Quality at Home recipe! In just 10 minutes, you can craft a velvety, barista-worthy latte using only three basic ingredients: bold espresso or strong-brewed coffee, creamy whole milk (or your preferred alternative), and an optional touch of sweetener for personalization. The recipe walks you through creating perfectly frothed milk, whether using an espresso machine, stovetop, or simple kitchen tools, ensuring a luscious foam crown every time. Ideal for busy mornings or cozy afternoons, this easy homemade latte combines simplicity and indulgence, proving you don’t need to leave home to savor your favorite coffeehouse treat. Perfect for coffee lovers seeking convenience and that signature creamy texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 shots (approximately 2 ounces) Espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup Whole milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon Optional sweetener (e.g., sugar, honey, or syrup)
Instructions
Brew 2 shots of espresso using your espresso machine, stovetop moka pot, or strong brewed coffee from a French press or Aeropress. Pour the espresso into a large mug or cup.
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Alternatively, steam the milk using the steam wand of an espresso machine for a frothy texture.
If using a saucepan, remove the milk from heat and froth it using a milk frother, handheld whisk, or by shaking it vigorously in a heat-safe jar with a lid.
Carefully pour the frothed milk over the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon to layer the liquid milk first, then spoon the foam on top for a beautiful texture.
Add an optional sweetener of your choice by stirring it into the espresso before pouring the milk or mixing it gently after you've added the milk.
Serve your homemade caffe latte immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 118 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 462 mg | 10% | |
*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.
