Are you a true lover of good coffee, the kind served in branded coffee shops? Then you probably wouldn’t mind learning how to make exactly the same coffee, but at home. After all, you want to enjoy your favorite drink as often as possible if you learn how to make it yourself. Making real lattes and cappuccinos at home is not that difficult. We will tell you about the secrets that will help you make the most delicious cup of coffee without overpaying. Do you want to make preparing your favorite drink even faster and easier? Then read the article and bookmark it!
A cup of latte in the morning from your loved one is the key to a good day
What is the difference between a latte and a cappuccino?
Both latte and cappuccino are coffee drinks. The differences between them are manifested in the percentage of all ingredients. A latte contains significantly less coffee than a cappuccino. Therefore, a latte is considered a coffee cocktail, and a cappuccino is a type of coffee.
Proportions:
- The ratio of the parts in a latte is ⅔ hot steamed milk and ⅓ espresso.
- The ratio of parts in a cappuccino is ⅓ hot milk, ⅓ milk foam and ⅓ espresso.
Schematic difference between drinks from each other
Based on the proportions, a cappuccino contains half as much milk as a latte. The top layer is formed by milk foam, which does not mix with the lower layers of the drink. In a latte, the whipped foam is formed by mixing milk and coffee.
Another difference between the drinks is the layers. There will be at least three of them in a latte, while a cappuccino should have two layers.
When pronouncing Latte, it is correct to place the stress on the first syllable.
Latte and cappuccino can be used as a noun in the masculine or neuter gender. Accordingly, “delicious latte” and “hot latte”, “delicious cappuccino” and “hot cappuccino” are the correct pronunciation.
How to make an ice cream latte?
A creamy latte cocktail with ice cream is no longer coffee, but a real dessert that will help you cool down on a hot summer day.
- Brew coffee in your usual way.
- Whisk hot milk until foamy.
- Pour coffee into a large glass, then milk with foam and place a scoop of cold dessert “Cream ice cream” on top.
You can sprinkle finely grated chocolate on top of a glass of this drink - this is a delicious finishing touch that will add originality to the drink.
How to properly prepare a coffee base
The basis for the drink should be espresso brewed in a Turk or geyser coffee maker. To brew 60 ml (double portion) of high-quality espresso you will need:
- 18-22 grams of coffee. The ideal ratio of varieties is 80% Arabica and 20% Robusta. With 100% Arabica, the drink turns out sour and weak, the ingredients do not combine well.
- 60 ml water.
- Flavorings as desired.
If you don't have a food scale, simply add 2 teaspoons of ground coffee to 100 ml (half a cup) of water.
The container from which coffee is poured into milk should have a thin spout. The finer the stream, the more foamy the drink remains.
To avoid ruining the integrity of the drink, mix the sugar in the coffee until all the ingredients are combined. The same applies to rum, liqueur, syrup, cognac and toppings.
How to make a vanilla mint latte with vanilla mint syrup?
Vanilla coffee latte is suitable for drinking in summer. But you can make it in winter, if you need to cheer up, but don’t have time to drink hot coffee. Recipe for making vanilla latte with vanilla syrup:
- Place a few ice cubes in a tall glass.
- Brew coffee as usual and froth the hot milk.
- Now pour milk into a glass with ice, then coffee and a little syrup. You can stir it slightly.
Peppermint latte, unlike coffee with vanilla syrup, is served hot. This is a great way to stay warm and prevent runny nose and cough during cold season. Peppermint latte recipe with mint syrup:
- Brew espresso coffee as usual.
- Heat the milk, but do not boil.
- Pour milk into an Irish glass, followed by a thin stream of coffee. At the end add 20 ml of syrup. Stir lightly.
Remember the serving temperature - coffee and milk must be hot.
Frothing milk for coffee
To get thick foam, be sure to heat the milk to a temperature of 50-70 degrees before whipping. Visually, at this temperature, steam and light foam appear, but there are no bubbles characteristic of boiling. For more accurate measurements, it is convenient to use a kitchen thermometer.
A logical question immediately arises: what fat content of milk is best?
- Low-fat milk from 0.5 to 1.5% froths well and does not have a pronounced taste.
- Milk from 1.5 to 3.5% produces less foam, but gives the drink a richer taste.
The easiest way to whip milk until thick foam is to use a blender, mixer or hand-held battery-powered milk frother.
If you don’t have the equipment, you can froth the milk using alternative devices:
- kitchen whisk;
- French press;
- forks;
- an ordinary glass jar with a lid or a plastic bottle;
- athletes can shake milk in a durable protein shaker.
The average whipping time ranges from 40 seconds for automatic to 5 minutes for manual means.
How to whip milk until thick foam without a coffee machine at home, watch the video https://www.youtube.com/embed/OhudHPPUBFI?feature=oembed
There is a general requirement for latte and cappuccino foam: it must be homogeneous without excess air bubbles. To separate the milk and foam, the top foamy layer can be held with a tablespoon or very carefully poured into a cup or glass. After this, the milk is immediately mixed with espresso.
How to make gingerbread latte?
Gingerbread coffee latte
This recipe is similar to a coffee drink with syrup. But in this case, you don’t need to take the syrup from the store, but cook it yourself. Recipe for gingerbread latte:
- Boil the syrup: sugar and water in a 1:1 ratio. To make 20 ml of syrup, take 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir and cook over low heat until golden brown. As the syrup begins to turn a little yellow, turn off the gas so as not to burn it, and add a pinch of ginger and cinnamon. Mix the spices and syrup well.
- Now brew the coffee, heat it up and froth the milk.
- Pour milk into a glass, then coffee and spiced syrup. Stir and serve.
This coffee turns out fragrant, the aroma will spread throughout the house.
How to make a latte
A properly prepared latte is soft, airy, and easy to drink immediately after preparation.
Multilayer latte
Drinking it in a beautifully presented container with marshmallows or cinnamon sprinkles is a pleasure. Pairs well with both sweet and savory dough treats: cakes, berry and meat croissants, pizza, signature pates, salads and many other dishes.
Latte with cream
Basic recipe for a weak latte for 4 servings
To prepare the drink at home you will need:
- 2 glasses of milk (400-500 ml);
- ⅓ glass of coffee (60-70 ml);
- nutmeg and cinnamon;
- sugar and whipped cream optional.
Preparing a coffee drink:
- Heat the milk over medium heat in a saucepan, in a water bath or in the microwave to a temperature of 70 degrees.
- Whisk the milk with a whisk or whatever you have on hand.
- We brew espresso in any way convenient for you (in a Turk, coffee machine, regular brewing).
- Carefully pour milk into Irish glasses for latte or mulled wine. Fill exactly ⅔ of the container.
- Pour coffee into a container of milk in a thin stream.
- Top with cinnamon, whipped cream or marshmallows. Ready.
The percentage of espresso and milk can be changed slightly. It depends on how strong your coffee shake is.
As a result of cooking, you should have a clearly separated three-layer cocktail. It is important that all 3 layers - milk, coffee and foam - do not mix with each other. To do this, the milk, brought to the desired temperature, must be whipped correctly, and the coffee must be poured very carefully.
How to make a classic latte?
Coffee latte classic
Latte classic is prepared quickly and easily. This is a great option for morning coffee when you don’t have time to make breakfast but need to cheer yourself up.
- First, brew some coffee.
- Then whisk the milk after heating it.
- Warm another portion of milk and pour it into a glass, followed by coffee and milk foam.
This coffee is very tasty. This is a great start to the day.
Making cappuccino at home
A strong and delicately creamy cappuccino is a real salvation on a sleepy morning. Served in small classic trapezoidal cups made of porcelain or ceramics. You can also decorate with airy cream, cinnamon, and colored glazed sprinkles.
Classic cappuccino
There is more than one recipe for making cappuccino that can be used at home. The most delicious cappuccino is classic, vanilla and egg.
Classic cappuccino recipe
To prepare 2 servings you will need:
- 100 ml of full-fat milk or cream diluted with milk.
- 100 ml espresso. One serving of classic espresso requires 25-35 ml of water and 7-10 g of ground coffee.
- Sugar to taste.
Preparing the drink:
- Heat and whisk the milk. Full-fat milk and cream are quite difficult to whip. Therefore, it is best to do this with an immersion blender or French press.
- We brew espresso - in a Turk, a coffee machine, or simply brew it in a cup. In the classic version of espresso, the proportions for one cup are usually 7-10 g of coffee per 35-50 ml of water.
- Pour the resulting espresso into 2 cups.
- Add ⅓ milk and ⅓ milk foam on top. Ready.
Vanilla cappuccino recipe
For preparation you will need:
- 150 ml 15% cream;
- 150 ml espresso;
- sugar to taste;
- vanillin 2 gr.
Preparing the drink:
- Bring the cream to a boil, add vanilla and beat thoroughly.
- Pour coffee into cups.
- Pour in the prepared cream and foam. Ready.
Egg cappuccino with thick foam
For 2 servings you will need:
- ready-made cappuccino without foam;
- one egg yolk;
- two teaspoons of powdered sugar;
- vanillin 1 gr.
Preparing the drink:
- We brew classic espresso in any convenient way: in a coffee maker, coffee machine or just in a mug.
- Thoroughly beat the yolk with powder until highly foamy.
- Add vanilla to the whipped mixture.
- Carefully spread the foam in a thick layer on the surface of the drink and let it cool slightly. Ready.
Making delicious coffee with milk foam at home is easy. For beginners, this will take no more than 10-15 minutes. For professionals who constantly practice, it takes 5 minutes to prepare an amazing cappuccino or latte at home. Recipes can be supplemented, the main thing is to maintain the basic proportions - and it will be delicious. And may your morning always be fragrant and invigorating!
How to make a pumpkin spice latte?
Pumpkin-spice latte coffee
Spiced coffee is pleasant to drink, as the taste is unusual and original. Add pumpkin to this drink and it will become a favorite for you and your guests. To make a pumpkin spice latte, follow these steps:
- Bake 50 grams of pumpkin in the oven. Then puree it using a blender.
- Brew coffee as regular espresso.
- Heat 150 ml of milk and add a little cinnamon, grated ginger root and nutmeg. Put the milk back on the stove and heat again, without bringing it to a boil. As soon as bubbles appear, remove from heat.
- Combine milk with spices and pumpkin puree. Stir. Add 20 ml of vanilla syrup, stir again.
- Pour coffee into a glass. Add the pumpkin milk mixture and top with whipped cream.
This coffee delights everyone who tries it. At first people can't guess what kind of drink it is. The milk mixture, with the smell of spices and the taste of pumpkin, turns out to be very pleasant and unusual in taste.
How to drink latte coffee correctly, in which glass to serve it?
Latte coffee in a glass
Regular coffee is usually served in small cups. But latte coffee is served in tall glasses with a handle, Irish glasses or other large cups. This coffee should not be confused with regular coffee or cappuccino - these are completely different drinks.
- The cooks of many cafes do not know how to make a real latte and serve guests regular coffee with the addition of milk and syrup.
- But, if the taste does not live up to expectations, then the mood will be ruined.
- In a real latte, the ratio of coffee to milk is 1:3. The base is freshly brewed espresso. The taste of a real latte is not bitter, like coffee, but delicately creamy with a sweetish tint.
- How to drink latte coffee correctly? After serving this drink, you can mix all the layers and drink over the edge of the glass. It would also be correct to drink through a straw, enjoying every sip.
Try the Italian pride - latte coffee. Prepare it for your family or friends. Let everyone know the taste of this wonderful drink with which you can start your morning.
How to make a caramel latte?
To make this coffee you will need caramel syrup. There are many varieties of this syrup, so choose one that suits your taste. Prepare a caramel latte according to these instructions:
- Brew some coffee.
- Warm the milk and whisk until thick foam.
- Pour milk with foam into a glass, then coffee.
- Now pour in 15 ml of syrup and stir.
Serve coffee with a straw. Children especially like this drink. But do not forget that young children under 12 years old are not recommended to drink coffee.
How to make a banana latte?
Banana latte coffee
Bananas go well with milk and coffee. Brew a latte that will taste unforgettable. Banana is sweet, so no sugar or syrup is needed. Prepare a banana latte according to this recipe:
- Brew coffee and blend it with half a banana in a blender.
- Whisk hot milk and pour it into a glass.
- Add coffee and banana, and garnish the foam with coconut flakes.
As a decoration, you can use a circle of kiwi or half a slice of pineapple. Place these fruits on the top of the glass - delicious and beautiful.
How to make a peanut latte?
Peanut latte coffee
To make this coffee you need to buy peanut butter and chocolate syrup or topping, which is usually used as a topping for ice cream. Prepare a peanut latte like this:
- Place a tablespoon of peanut butter in a glass and dilute it in 50 ml of boiling water (milk is possible). Stir the mixture and add chocolate syrup. Take these ingredients (paste and syrup) in a 1:1 ratio.
- Brew coffee and stir into peanut-chocolate mixture.
- Now pour this mixture into this glass and top with milk whipped into foam.
Garnish the latte with cinnamon or sifted cocoa.
Types of Latte
Often the classic recipe is modified with a double portion of coffee or improved with additives, resulting in different types.
Watch the video on how to make a drink, taking into account the types of additives and coffee options.
Cinnamon latte
A pinch of powder or a stick of cinnamon is added to the finished drink; it looks especially impressive if served in a special latte mug.
Latte with syrup
There are a huge variety of syrups for the client to choose from. On average, add no more than 20 grams to black coffee before pouring it into the milk-foam mixture. The classic recipe is sugar-free, and the syrup is very sweet, so those with a sweet tooth will like this option.
Important! Fruit syrups can easily spoil a latte with syrup due to the acidic effect on the milk, it will turn sour in a split second. Therefore, vanilla, almond, chocolate or cocoa syrup should be preferred to berry, fruit and citrus syrups.
Vanilla latte
Before heating, you should pour 1-3 drops of natural vanilla extract into the milk and whisk it until it is aromatic. If there is no extract available, regular vanillin will do. Next, the cooking sequence is the same as for the basic recipe. Vanilla coffee drink is enjoyed by children and women.
Caramel latte
This cocktail is essentially prepared with purchased or home-made caramel. It is added to black coffee and mixed thoroughly with it before being poured into the milk-foam mixture.
Autumn recipe
One very unusual and zesty variation of the caramel latte is the pumpkin latte. Perfect for Halloween parties.
In folk medicine, pumpkin is considered a cure for all diseases; moreover, the vegetable has a delicate, pleasant taste. What could be more pleasant and healthier than sitting in a cozy room on a cool autumn evening and drinking a pumpkin latte?
To prepare it you will need:
- pumpkin – 200 grams, cut into pieces;
- clean water - one glass;
- sugar – 100 grams;
- 40 milliliters of black coffee;
- 120 milliliters of milk 3.2% fat.
How to make a pumpkin caramel latte:
- Bake 200 grams of pumpkin, cut into pieces, in the oven at 200 degrees for 30-40 minutes.
- Puree the baked vegetable.
- Pour pumpkin puree into a glass (up to 200 grams) of water, add 100 grams of sugar and gently stir over low heat in a saucepan until the mass thickens.
- Divide the cooked delicacy into small portions (a couple of tablespoons), pour in coffee, then milk, and put foam on top. A large latte cup works best for this type of drink.
- You can decorate with grated chocolate or pumpkin seeds.
Then drink and strengthen your immune system with pleasure!
Considering how much caffeine this drink contains, people who are sensitive to it in the evening should be careful with this tradition.
How to make a cheese latte?
Cheese latte coffee
Velvety texture, cheese-creamy taste, airy milk foam on top - this is a cheese latte. Making a cheese latte is easy:
- Brew coffee in a Turk with the addition of 1 teaspoon of sugar, salt on the tip of a knife and the same amount of cinnamon. If you like spices, you can also add grated nutmeg, black pepper or cocoa.
- Pour 100 ml of heavy cream into a tall metal container. Heat on fire and add 50 grams of processed cheese to them.
- Whip cream with cheese.
- Strain the coffee through a strainer and heat again. Then pour it into the cream and cheese. Whisk again.
- Pour the drink into a glass and garnish with cinnamon.
To prepare such a fabulous-tasting coffee, you can use not only ordinary processed cheese, but also curd mass or mascarpone. There are many options, choose what you like.
What is the difference between a latte and coffee with milk?
Very often, latte is compared to the French “café au le” - this is coffee with milk, but Americano is often used to prepare the latter; the hero of today’s conversation is always based on espresso. In America there is also a similar analogue of the Italian drink, however, for American-style coffee with milk, they take black coffee prepared by drip or in a French press, and not espresso, as is the case with latte. Often, simply out of ignorance, some people confuse latte coffee with cappuccino; their difference lies only in more foam and its thickness, as well as in strength - the latter contains more caffeine. That's all the differences.
Let's reveal a few secrets of making a real latte.
Quite a few coffee drinks can be easily prepared at home, but only if you have a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker function, and latte is no exception. Therefore, if you do not have such equipment, you will have to try hard to whip the milk into foam of the required consistency. By the way, the best foam is obtained from whole milk, and not from skim milk; Use freshly ground coffee beans; the Robusta variety is considered suitable for lattes, since it is stronger than Arabica; You can diversify the taste with the help of syrups, but we do not recommend taking citrus fruits, as they contribute to souring milk. Coffee lovers who are not afraid of experiments add rum and liqueur to their latte.
The surface of coffee is an excellent canvas for drawings in the style of latte art. However, remember that it took professional baristas months of training to create original twigs, faces and flowers, so don’t be upset if you don’t create masterpieces at first.
If latte art is not your thing, you can decorate the latte with grated chocolate, cocoa powder or cinnamon, or simply use a stencil.
Homemade Latte Recipe
You will learn how to make latte coffee at home using instant coffee from this recipe.
Ingredients:
- instant coffee – 2 tbsp. spoons;
- purified water – 50 ml;
- granulated sugar to taste;
- milk - 150 ml.
Cooking method:
Pour instant coffee into a mug and pour boiling water over it. Let it sit for a couple of minutes. Add sugar if desired.
Beat the milk heated to 70 degrees in a blender for a couple of minutes to obtain the foam thickness ideal for latte.
Pour into a cup.
The latte is ready, if desired, you can sprinkle it with grated chocolate or decorate it with airy marshmallows!
How to make a latte with almond milk?
Coffee latte with almond milk
This drink has a spicy aroma and a very pleasant taste. Tangerine and ground bitter chili pepper add piquancy. The unusual combination of ingredients in this recipe will make every person enjoy a unique aftertaste if he decides to try this coffee. This is a real treat - a spicy drink made with almond milk. Try it and enjoy. How to make a latte with almond milk? Here is the prescription:
- Peel one tangerine and divide into slices.
- In a small metal container, mix 150 ml of almond milk, a little cinnamon, vanilla syrup, ground chili on the tip of a knife. Place on the fire and add the tangerine with the peel. Keep on gas for 5 minutes. Stir, and without bringing to a boil, remove from heat. The mixture should be hot.
- Make some coffee.
- Strain the milk mixture with spices and tangerine through a sieve. Only the liquid part of this mixture goes into coffee - tangerine and zest are not needed. What we need has already been boiled into milk, resulting in a spicy, citrusy taste.
- Whisk the milk until foamy.
- Heat the coffee and pour it into a glass. Add milk and serve.
Garnish the latte with a cinnamon stick or insert a straw into the glass.
