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Macchiato

A macchiato is a really intense and flavorful espresso drink which is marked with a spot of steamed milk.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Course: Coffee
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: coffee
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 15kcal

Equipment

  • Espresso machine
  • Milk frother(if you don't already have one)
  • Coffee grinder

Ingredients

  • 15 grams Coffee beans
  • 1 tbsp Whole milk Any kind of milk is fine

Instructions

  • Grind coffee beans to a fine espresso powder size
  • Tamp the grounds tightly into your portafilter and attach it to your machine
  • Pull a shot of espresso
  • Use the steam wand(or external milk frother) to froth one tablespoon of milk
  • Use a spoon to dollop the milk on top of the espresso

Notes

Whole milk will froth the best, but you can use any kind of milk: soy, almond, or other plant-based milks will work too.
Some plant-based milks are tougher to froth than others.