Description
Learn how to make a creamy and flavorful homemade macchiato with this easy recipe. Perfectly balanced with bold espresso, steamed milk, and a touch of sweetness, this guide will help you create a café-quality drink right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 shot of espresso (or ¼ cup of strong brewed coffee)
- ½ cup of milk (whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk)
- 1–2 teaspoons vanilla syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon caramel sauce (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Espresso
Brew a shot of espresso using your machine, stovetop espresso maker, or a strong coffee alternative. Set aside while preparing the milk. - Steam the Milk
Heat the milk in a saucepan until it’s warm but not boiling. Whisk vigorously or use a frother to create a light, frothy texture. - Layer the Macchiato
Pour the steamed milk into a serving mug, leaving some froth behind. Slowly pour the espresso on top of the milk to create a layered effect. - Add Sweetness (Optional)
Drizzle caramel sauce over the top and stir in vanilla syrup if you prefer a sweeter drink. - Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately while the drink is warm and frothy.
Notes
- For an iced macchiato, use cold milk instead of steamed milk and serve over ice.
- Adjust the amount of milk and espresso to your taste preference.
- Non-dairy milk alternatives like almond or oat milk work great for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 20 (varies based on milk and syrup used
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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