A Caffe Macchiato is a delicious and traditional espresso-based beverage that coffee enthusiasts love. We begin to make macchiato by brewing a shot of espresso, a robust and concentrated coffee made by forcing hot water through finely-ground coffee beans. We'll add a small amount of steamed milk to the brewed espresso, which helps smooth out the intense coffee flavor and add a slite creamy texture to the drink. Finally, we'll finish the drink with a dollop of milk foam placed on the top of the glass, giving the Caffe macchiato its signature look.
The name "macchiato" means "marked" or "stained" in Italian, and it refers to the small amount of milk foam that we use to "mark" the espresso. Because of that white mark, Caffe macchiato is often called an "espresso macchiato" or a "marked espresso." The unique combination of strong espresso, creamy milk, and light milk foam makes the Caffe Macchiato an exceptional and delightful drink that is perfect for any coffee lover.
| Calories | 8 kcal |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | 1 g |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Caffeine | 62.8 mg |
| Yield | 1 Serving |
|---|---|
| Preparation Time | 5min |
| Cooking Time | 5min |
| Total Time | 10min |
* We calculate nutrition info using a publicly available ingredient database, which should only be considered an estimate.
Ingredients:
For Single Espresso
- Espresso Machine
- 14g ground coffee
- Water for the espresso machine
- 2oz (60ml) Cup
For Steamed Milk
- 0.3oz (10ml) Milk
Products That We Use
Lavazza - Crema E Gusto
Experience the unparalleled taste and aroma of Lavazza Crema E Gusto Italian ground coffee and elevate your coffee moments to a whole new level of enjoyment.
- Full-bodied dark roast with a creamy flavor, intense aroma, and rich aftertaste.
- Notes of chocolate add a delightful touch to the taste profile.
- A selection of high-quality Brazilian Arabica with African and Indonesian Robusta beans for a distinctive character.
- Best used for espresso but is also suitable for moka pots, drip coffee makers, and French presses.
- Blended and roasted in Italy by Lavazza for an authentic Italian coffee experience.
De'Longhi EC685M Dedica
The EC685M Dedica is an entry-level home espresso machine with a small footprint on the kitchen countertop that brews excellent espresso every time. With its thermoblock technology, it is ready for brewing 1 min after switching it on. It pre-infuses the coffee puck before brewing and has programable brewing times for brewing single and double espresso. Also, the EC685M Dedica features an adjustable brewing water temperature for different types of roasts. It comes with a Panarello steam wand for easy beginner-friendly milk steaming. The removable drip tray can accommodate taller glasses for preparing various espresso-based drinks.
Milk Frothing Pitcher
This 12ozl/350ml milk frothing pitcher is made of food-grade 304 stainless steel, durable, heat-proof, and rust-free. It is perfect for steaming milk and pouring your latte art for espresso-based milk beverages. The simple design, smooth surface, and dripless spout mean no spill and excellent milk work. This milk pitcher is easy to clean after use and also dishwasher safe. The premium milk steaming pitcher features two measurements scale inside. It helps control the milk volume and measure different liquids with it.
Bodum Assam Double Wall Espresso Glass
Bodum Assam Double Wall Espresso Glass is a set of two 3oz (90ml) espresso cups. The glasses are constructed out of lightweight blown borosilicate, a thermal shock-resistant glass that can be used for hot, warm, iced, or cold beverages.
HOME DEPT Espresso knock box
The HOME DEPT espresso knock box is the perfect accessory for your kitchen or home espresso setup. Just bang out your coffee pucks in this bucket. Made with high-quality stainless steel and silicone (no plastic), this coffee container will serve its purpose no matter how hard you knock. The bottom of the coffee grounds container does not slip or scratch your kitchen counter. The coffee waste bin can be quickly taken apart and cleaned under water or in the dishwasher.
Preparation Steps
Make Single Espresso
Gather all the Ingredients
Gather the Ingredients CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Fill your espresso machine with fresh water.
Adding Fresh Water CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Fill the basket for single espresso with coffee and tamp the ground coffee using a tamper.
Tamping the Ground Coffee CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Tip
Espresso is best made by brewing freshly ground coffee beans.
Insert the portafilter into the espresso machine.
Inserting the Portafilter CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Place an empty 2oz (60ml) cup underneath the portafilter.
Place an Empty Cup CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Brew single espresso.
Brewing Espresso CoffeenatedStories.com Archive
Make Steamed Milk
Pour milk into the pitcher and steam the milk.
Steaming the Milk CoffeenatedStories.com Archive
Make Caffe Macchiato
Pour about 0.3oz (10ml) of steamed milk into the glass.
Pouring Steamed Milk CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Tip
This recipe calls for 0.3oz (10ml) of steamed milk to prepare a Caffe Macchiato. Steaming a small amount of milk, 0.3oz, could be difficult, so we advise using more milk than needed for the recipe and storing the leftover milk in the fridge for breakfast the next day.
Add a spoonful of milk foam on top.
Adding Milk Foam CoffeenatedStories.com Archive Enjoy your Caffe Macchiato.
Enjoy your Caffe Macchiato CoffeenatedStories.com Archive
