El flatwhite It's a creamy and balanced beverage that combines the intensity of espresso with silky-smooth steamed milk. Its characteristic latte art It gives it a special touch, perfect to enjoy anytime. Learn how to make it at home with this easy recipe.
Ingredients and Tools
- 190cc cup
- 20 grams of ground coffee (ideal for espresso)
- Espresso machine
- Precision scale
- Tamper
- Milk frother
Step by Step Instructions
1. Preheat the Mug
- Before you begin, warm the 190cc cup by placing hot water inside it or leaving it in the espresso machine. This helps maintain the temperature of the drink.
2. Grind and Measure the Coffee
- It measures 20 grams of ground coffee with a scale to ensure accuracy.
- Place the coffee in the portafilter and tamp evenly for a balanced extraction.
3. Extract the espresso
- Place the cup under the nozzles of the espresso machine.
- Start the extraction and time between 25 and 35 seconds.
- You should get between 40 and 50 grams of espressowith a uniform golden cream.
4. Froth the Milk
- Fill the milk jug halfway with cold milk to leave enough room for frothing.
- Use the steam wand to create a silky and homogeneous microfoamavoiding large bubbles.
- Stop the steamer when the milk reaches a temperature between 60 and 65 °C.
5. Assemble the Flat White
- Tilt the cup with the espresso and slowly pour the milk, allowing it to blend in without breaking the layer of cream.
- In the last few seconds, move the milk can in small turns to create latte art with shapes like hearts or rosettes.
Key Tips for a Perfect Flat White
- Silky microfoam: Make sure the milk has a smooth texture, without large bubbles.
- Fresh, cold milk: It improves the quality of the foam and the taste of the drink.
- Freshly ground coffee: It guarantees a more intense and vibrant flavor.
- Cleaning: Clean the steam wand immediately after frothing milk to avoid residue.
Preparation Summary
- Preheat the mug.
- Measures and compacts 20 grams of ground coffee.
- Extract the espresso in 25-35 seconds, yielding 40-50 grams.
- Froth the milk until you achieve a silky microfoam.
Pour the milk over the espresso, creating latte art.
