A latte is the ultimate comfort drink for coffee lovers who enjoy a creamy and smooth flavor. This Italian favorite blends espresso and steamed milk, topped with a touch of foam. With a higher milk-to-coffee ratio than a cappuccino, it’s a perfect balance of richness and subtle coffee notes.
👩🍳 How to Make a Latte at Home
Follow this easy recipe to enjoy a barista-quality latte at home:
☕ Yield
1 large cup (240ml)
🌱 Ingredients
- 1 shot (30ml) of espresso
- 120ml steamed milk
- Foamed milk for topping
🔥 How to prepare
- Prepare 1 shot of espresso using an espresso machine or moka pot.
- Steam 120ml of milk until it’s hot and silky smooth.
- Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back a small amount to create foam.
- Top the latte with a light layer of foam for a finishing touch.
💡 Tip: Experiment with latte art by using the foam to create simple designs! You can also use brewed coffee instead of espresso.
🎮 Play Conradito Cafézito!
This recipe is based on a game for computers, called Conradito Cafézito, and is available for download and play on the Steam platform! 🚀
In the game, in addition to discovering all the coffee recipes and their curiosities, you also play to grow your coffee shop into a coffee empire! Buy recipes, unlock new ingredients, hire staff, open branches, and plant and harvest your own coffee to sell!
