I admit to joining the ranks of coffee lovers. And the ranks I join are vast and unmoving. We rule the world. Coffee lovers unite! But, even better then coffee…dare I say it? Latte Just the word is beautiful. Well, I live about 15 miles from the nearest coffee shop. But my love for lattes can’t wait 15 miles. Or 5, sometimes. Never fear…I have learned how to make a perfect latte with a stovetop espresso maker. Not even joking. It’s delightful. sigh.
Do you know what a stovetop espresso maker is? They are easy to find at any Target or Walmart or HERE. Mine looks like this…
Isn’t she a beaut! Let me walk you through the basic way of making a perfect latte. It really is sooo much simpler then you think!
To make 2 nice big mugs of latte:
Step 1.
Fill the bottom with cold water about to the little valve.
Step 2.
I use about 3-4 tablespoons of espresso (this is the kind I use) and then press it down with the back of a spoon. This is what mine looks like full and ready to go.
Step 3.
Screw the top on to the bottom and put it on med-high heat.
Here’s the important part… when the pot starts to percolate TAKE IT OFF THE HEAT!
Step 4.
Heat milk. I use 1.5 to 2 cups of milk. I recommend using something good and creamy. This is not the time to get all calorie-worried. Save that for when you learn to make perfect oatmeal. Heat the milk to just under 150degrees. I use a candy thermometer to make sure I watch it. Also, keeping the heat at medium guarantees it won’t burn. AND allows me to work on the espresso part while the milk heats.
Step 5.
Froth the heated milk. I use a little frother made for this. You could whisk it for a really, really long time too.
Step 6.
Putting it together. You want about 1 part espresso to 2 parts milk and foam. Pour in the espresso. Then use a spatula to hold back the foam and pour half of the milk. The add foam. (for the PERFECTEST PERFECT latte put 1 tsp vanilla, and 3 tsp sugar into your mug before the espresso)
Now you can thank me for saving the world. Cause knowing how to make this should get me a Nobel Peace Prize. A Nobel Peace Prize for latte making.
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You are right. This is super simple and what a treat! I really thought you had to have one of those big espresso machines too. I love posts like this where I learn something. Thanks girl!
Not hard at all!! You can do it!
Very coolio! I’ve always wanted to get Morgan one of those!
I bet he’d love it! Especially if he knows how easy they are!
Looks soooo yummy, barista!
I like that…barista
Well well… sippin’ on a hot cup of joe at the moment…and I am licking my lips on this guy! YUM!
Hmmmm…thanks?
Pinning this, I have one of those! Rather both of those, a stovetop espresso maker and the whip.
Bliss
Have you used them?? You need to try! You’ll love it!
Looks yummy! Lattes and coffee some of things I love in theory but not practice! Lol!
They’ll win you over eventually. They always do!
Great tips on home espresso making! I smiled when you said you are 15 miles from your nearest espresso shop. I live in a small town in Illinois that is 60 miles from the nearest true espresso bar (not like McDonald’s McCafe…LOL) So these tips will come in handy! Thanks for the ideas.
Thank you for sharing with the rest of the world! Always great to see creative
minds at work.
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Suz @MaytagNMom
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You understand then!!! This knowledge is sooo wonderful, isn’t it!
You make the coffee and I’ll make the cookies C:
deal. anytime babe.
I mostly use the same approach, but for the frothing of the milk, I recommend Norpro Glass Froth Master. It looks like a piece of lab equipment (same glass). You can froth cold or hot. Use the microwave for the heating of the milk. Pump for a mere 20 seconds and you have foam. Want it hot – put in microwave and foam gets even thicker. No temp taking, no pot to clean. Glass wipes clean easily. And uses minimal energy. Give it a try. You will be hooked (about $14 on Amazon). Was recommended to me by an Oregon friend (where they need the coffee!).
love this idea! Going to go look at it for sure! what an easy route to take! Thanks so much!