Chicken Free Cappuccino
A proper cappuccino is one of those small daily rituals that genuinely makes life better — rich, velvety espresso balanced with silky steamed milk and a thick crown of dense foam. The magic here is in the technique: a firm, even tamp, a precise 25–30 second pull, and milk steamed to that sweet spot between 140–150°F where it turns glossy and smooth rather than scalded and flat. Getting those equal thirds of espresso, steamed milk, and foam right takes a little practice, but once it clicks, you'll never look at a coffee shop menu the same way again. Since this is built entirely from espresso and whole milk, there's nothing hidden to worry about — just two clean ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Pre-warming the cup is one of those small steps that makes a noticeable difference, keeping the shot from cooling too fast and letting every layer settle beautifully. Tap the pitcher, swirl out the bubbles, and pour with confidence — this is café-quality coffee made entirely on your terms at home.
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1 serving
- 18–20 g finely ground espresso coffee
- 4 oz whole milk, cold
Instructions
- 1
Run a short flush of hot water through the espresso machine's group head to bring it to temperature, then discard the water. Fill the portafilter with 18–20 g of finely ground espresso, tamp firmly and evenly, and lock it into the group head.
- 2
Pre-warm a 6 oz ceramic cappuccino cup by filling it with hot water from the machine's steam wand or hot-water spout for 30 seconds, then discard the water.
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