Did you know that you can still make a Vanilla Latte Macchiato or a cappuccino at home without having an Espresso Machine or a Steam Wand? All you need is a simple French press. Lately, I’ve been delighting each morning with this Vanilla Latte Macchiato, and I wanted to share this with you as it is so easy to prepare.
Latte Macchiato is as you all know a beverage that contains coffee and it differs from a caffe latte as the milk is added first in the glass and then the espresso creates  a “layered” drink that everybody loves.
So let’s enjoy this drink together. Happy morning to everybody.
How to make vanilla latte macchiato without a machine or steam wand
To make a delicious layered coffee, begin by heating the milk with vanilla and sugar (if desired) in a saucepan. Ensure the milk is hot, but it does not need to boil.
Next, prepare the espresso using your preferred method, either a French press or a traditional stovetop espresso maker. If you find the espresso too strong, dilute it with a little hot water.
Pour the hot milk into a French press. Cover with the lid and pump the plunger up and down vigorously until you achieve the desired froth.
Fill a glass almost to the top with the frothy milk. Set the glass aside for a minute, allowing the milk to settle and separate from the thick foam on top.
Slowly pour the espresso over the milk. You’ll see the espresso layer settle between the milk and the foam, creating a beautiful three-layer effect.
Optionally, sprinkle cocoa powder on top for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly layered coffee. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram.
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Vanilla Latte Macchiato
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 shot of espresso
- 1 ½ tsp sugar , optional
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (you can also use vanilla bean paste or vanilla bean)
- Cocoa powder for top
Instructions
- Heat milk with vanilla and sugar if using. It is not necessary to boil it just make sure is hot.
- Prepare the espresso with either the French press, Â or as I do, with a simple traditional stovetop espresso maker. If you think it is too strong add some hot water to it.
- Pour the hot milk into the French press. Cover with the top and pump up and down until the desired froth is formed.
- Pour the frothy milk into a glass until almost full. Set aside for a minute to let the milk separate from the thick foam on top.
- Pour the espresso over the milk and you will see how it sets between milk and foam, creating this three layer effect.
- Sprinkle cocoa powder on top if desired and serve.
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Did you make this recipe?
Please let me know how it turned out for you! Leave a comment below and tag @homecookingadventure on Instagram and hashtag it #homecookingadventure.
now this makes a “good morning” indeed
I love making the frothy milk! I’ve been drinking green tea latte and I let the kids make the frothy milk for me (and I’m the only one who can drink hee hee). Gotta try espresso version next!
sip perfect concoction…perfectly timed for the celebrations 🙂
That photo is so pretty. I’ve got an espresso machine with steamer years ago, after doing a quick math on how much I was leaving at Starbucks each year… 🙂
Hi Emma,
Thanks for sharing this recipe! We just acquired a fancy espresso machine from our friends, so will be making some delicious coffee drinks. I love what I see on your blog, so just signed up to receive your posts!
Hello, Good afternoon, I live in Brazil, I love your recipes, but I would like to know what I can use in replacing the French press to froth the milk, for not meeting here. Thank you!
You can also use a Milk Frother like this one, it's even easier with it: https://www.ebay.com/bhp/ikea-milk-frother. Or with simply a whisk, like here: https://www.wikihow.com/Froth-Milk-for-Cappuccino-Without-Fancy-Tools
Hi,
Very good idea. I drink it everyday.
Thanks a million!
Thanks For Sharing, Good Idea
Hi! I love your recipes. For this one, as someone that isn’t a coffee drinker aside from a few Starbucks drinks when on the road, I would need instructions on how to prepare the expresso. What type of bean to get? Etc. Do you have a recipe or video with further details this? If not, I can Google! Just wanted to add that note.