Description
A creamy, smooth homemade flat white made with rich espresso and velvety frothed whole milk, perfect for coffee lovers seeking a simple yet satisfying café-style beverage at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Flat White Ingredients
- 1 shot espresso (or 30 ml strongly brewed coffee)
- Sweetener (optional, to taste)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Espresso: Brew one shot of espresso using your espresso machine or alternatively, make a strongly brewed coffee if an espresso machine is not available. Pour it into a small coffee mug.
- Add Sweetener (Optional): If you prefer your flat white sweetened, add your choice of sweetener to the espresso and stir well to dissolve.
- Froth the Milk: Use a milk frother, steam wand, or manually froth milk using a jar or whisk to create a smooth, velvety foam. Aim for a creamy texture with small microfoam bubbles.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the frothed milk carefully over the espresso, allowing the foam to sit on top, creating the signature flat white texture. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- For frothing milk without a machine, heat the milk gently and shake vigorously in a sealed jar or whisk rapidly until frothy.
- Use whole milk for the best creamy texture; however, alternatives like oat or almond milk can be used for dietary preferences.
- Adjust the strength of your espresso or coffee according to taste.
- A classic flat white features a thin layer of microfoam rather than thick foam like a cappuccino.
