How to make a Cappuccino at Home!

 Here's how to make a cappuccino at home!

This popular espresso is creamy with just the right amount of milk foam.

Do you like a good cappuccino?

This small but powerful cup is one of the most famous espresso drinks! It has the perfect combination of steamed milk, espresso, and bubbly foam. (For us, the macchiato tops our espresso drink list, but we'll get to that later!) Guess what? You can make barista-quality cappuccino in the comfort of your own home. In our Barista series, we walk you through all the tricks you need to know to make your favorite coffee drink…do it yourself!

Here's how to make a cappuccino just like in an Italian coffee shop.

 Cappuccino, what exactly?

Cappuccino is an espresso drink with steamed milk, milk foam, and espresso. It is very similar to a latte (coffee latte), but the proportions of steamed milk are different.

Here is the breakdown of latte and cappuccino:

• A cappuccino has equal parts espresso, steamed milk and foam (⅓ each). • A latte is ⅓ espresso and 2/3 steamed milk, with a thin layer of foam on top. Here is the chart analyze it!

The difference between the two drinks is quite subtle, as is the taste. But you're in luck: a cappuccino is something easier to perfect at home. With a latte, you're looking for a steaming, micro-foaming milk with a wet paint-like texture, which is nearly impossible without an espresso machine. Cappuccino can be easily prepared with frothed milk using a variety of tools: even a whisk!

First, you'll need an espresso!

You will need espresso for a cappuccino: simply strong coffee will not suffice! This means you will need the following:

• Espresso roasting: The roasting process is very important for a bold and bitter taste. Also, be sure to use a fine grinder for espresso when brewing. • Espresso machine, manual espresso machine, or Aeropress: There are several ways to prepare a cup of espresso. We use the espresso machine on the counter. Or you can use a small manual espresso machine: cheaper and more portable! The cheapest option is Aeropress: it doesn't make espresso either, but it does the job. Go to Aeropress Espresso.

The best milk for making cappuccino?

Raw milk. Foamed whole milk is best because it contains the highest amount of fat.

• You can also use 2% milk. It works well enough, but you will lose some of the richness.

• Use oat milk to make vegan cappuccino.

The best dairy-free milk to use is oat milk:

it foams the best and tastes great.

Visit How to froth milk for more details. How to steam milk with an espresso machine (the perfect cappuccino)

Tools you need to steam milk? Espresso machine with a steamer! This produces the best foam for a cappuccino, and the steamed milk also adds to the smooth creamy flavor. You don't have to worry about frothing techniques like making the perfect coffee, but it's nice to have an espresso machine for that coffee drink. In another hand?

Espresso machines can be expensive. This is the espresso machine we use: it's mid-priced and works great. But you can also make a simple cappuccino by whisking the milk with a whisk: see below! Here's how to steam the milk to make a cappuccino:

• Hold the steam wand just below the surface of the milk until it doubles in size and froths.

• Lower the steaming wand slightly until the milk reaches 150 degrees F

: use a thermometer or judge if your hand cannot hold the bottle for more than a few seconds. How to froth milk: no espresso machine needed (trick method!)  No espresso machine? No problem. For a great homemade cappuccino, simply heat and froth the milk. There are different tools you can use to froth milk (see more on How to froth milk).

Here are the best tools we've found for a home bartender to froth milk:
• Portable milk frother. The portable milk frother is economical and works well. It makes the milk extremely frothy,

Which is ideal for a macchiato or cappuccino.

• French publications. If you have a French press for making coffee, it's perfect for foaming! It produces a nice smooth lather with slightly larger bubbles than the foam.

• Whipping cream. Whip also works! Whipping the milk is pretty good: it also has a slightly larger froth and produces a bit less foam than other methods. How to make a cappuccino at home!

Do you have tools, milk, and espresso?

Great. We can move on to the fun part: how to make a cappuccino! You will combine all the knowledge you have read above to create this delicious espresso drink.

• Prepare espresso using an espresso machine, espresso machine, or Aeropress (see above).

• Steaming milk (espresso machine method): Use the tips above to steam milk for nice, frothy milk. •

OR heat the milk on the stove and whisk. A temperature of 150 degrees Fahrenheit is perfect: this is where milk is warm to the touch but not boiling. Then, whisk the milk using your preferred method until frothy.

To make a cappuccino, you will need

a good amount of foam:

you add ⅓ espresso, ⅓ steamed milk, and ⅓ foam.

 • Service. Pour milk foam into the espresso and serve! It's nice to use a latte, which can hold the perfect amount. And that's all! How to make cappuccino at home. Let us know if you try it, which tool you use and how you like it!