Coffee Latte
1 serving
15 minutes
Latte is an elegant drink of European cuisine, a symbol of refined taste and cozy morning rituals. Its roots trace back to Italy, where it became a popular way to soften the strength of espresso with gentle milk. Latte has a smooth creamy flavor with light coffee notes, and the airy foam gives it a special velvety texture. This drink not only warms but also creates aesthetic pleasure through its beautiful three-layer presentation. Latte is perfect for leisurely conversations in a café or relaxed mornings at home. Topped with chocolate crumbs or cinnamon, it becomes even more exquisite, allowing everyone to enjoy its unique flavor.
1
Brew coffee in a way that suits you. Use a coffee maker, coffee machine, or simply pour boiling water into a cup if you're using instant coffee. The coffee should be strong enough.
- Natural coffee: 50 g
2
Pour the milk into a separate container, preferably using a French press, and heat it slightly without bringing it to a boil. Heating to 50-60 degrees is sufficient. This can be done on an electric stove or in a microwave. In the microwave, just place the milk for 40 seconds at 600 W.
- Milk: 20 ml
3
Now the milk needs to be whipped using a blender or mixer. Whip thoroughly for at least 3-5 minutes, waiting for the formation of airy foam, which should be much fluffier than cappuccino foam. If you don't have a mixer or blender, you can use a French press. Pour the milk into it, close the lid, and move the plunger up and down on the surface of the milk. The foam should also be quite thick and rich.
4
Then pour the milk into a pre-prepared tall transparent Irish glass. Carefully place the foam on top if it remains in the mixer or blender.
5
After that, carefully pour the brewed coffee into the milk in a thin stream. The stream must be very thin; only then can you taste a real latte. The layers of coffee, milk, and foam should not mix with each other. If you frothed the milk correctly and poured the coffee carefully, you will get a layered three-layer cocktail. The coffee should be between the milk and the milk foam. A clear distinction of all three layers is the main sign that you have made a real latte.
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In conclusion, if desired, you can sprinkle the latte with grated chocolate or cinnamon on top.
- Chocolate: to taste