Macchiato recipe
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Equipment
- Two shots of espresso Use your preferred way of brewing an espresso
- 1 Milk frother
- 1 cup or glass
- 1 spoon
Ingredients
- 2 shots Espresso
- 2 oz Milk
Instructions
- Start by grinding your coffee beans fresh. You will want to use a medium grind for an espresso macchiato. Aim for the texture of sand.Brew your espresso using about 18-20 grams of coffee grounds.Warm (not boil) the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave. Then froth your milk using a steam wand or an automatic frother. You will want to create a light, creamy foam for your macchiato.Pour the espresso into a demitasse or small cup.Gently add the desired amount of milk and foam to the top of the espresso.Macchiato is typically served in a demitasse; a small cup or glass and is often enjoyed after a meal as a dessert. While macchiato can be enjoyed at any time of day, it is particularly popular in the morning or afternoon as a pick-me-up.
Notes
Top tips for making great macchiatos
When made well, a macchiato should be rich and flavorful, with a smooth texture and a lovely foam topping. The key to making a great one is using quality ingredients and paying attention to the details – from the grind size and extraction time to the steaming and pouring techniques.- Start with high-quality espresso. This is the foundation of a great macchiato, so it's important to use beans that are freshly roasted and ground.
- Use whole milk for the best results - skim milk will not produce the same rich foam topping.
- Make sure that you foam your milk properly. To do this, heat the milk until it's steaming and then use a handheld frother to whip it into a light, airy foam.
- Experiment with different ratios of espresso to milk until you find the perfect balance for your taste.
- When assembling your macchiato, start with a good espresso and then top it off with the foamed milk. The result should be a rich, creamy drink with perfectly balanced flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 39kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 154mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 92IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 0.1mg
Nutritional Disclaimer
All nutritional information is an estimate only, based on third-party calculations derived from an online nutritional calculator, Spoonacular API. The data provided is a courtesy and should not be considered a guarantee or fact. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients and brands you use, your measuring methods and portion sizes. For accurate results, we recommend that you calculate the nutritional information yourself, using a preferred nutritional calculator or advice from a nutritionist, based on your ingredients and individual processes.
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