Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Classic Stovetop Espresso
- Fill the bottom chamber of the stovetop espresso maker with water up to the safety valve.
- Add finely ground coffee to the filter basket, level it off, and place it in the bottom chamber.
- Assemble the pot and place it on medium heat.
- Brew until you hear a hissing sound, indicating it's done.
Stovetop Latte
- Brew a strong stovetop espresso.
- Heat milk in a small saucepan until warm (not boiling).
- Froth the milk using a handheld frother or whisk until it doubles in volume.
- Pour the espresso into a mug, then slowly add the frothed milk.
Stovetop Cappuccino
- Brew a strong stovetop espresso.
- Heat and froth the milk as for a latte.
- Pour the espresso into a mug, then add equal parts steamed milk and milk foam
Stovetop Macchiato
- Brew a stovetop espresso.
- Froth a small amount of milk.
- Pour the espresso into a cup and top with a dollop of frothed milk
Stovetop Mocha
- Brew a stovetop espresso.
- Heat milk and add chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, stirring until well mixed.
- Froth the chocolate milk.
- Pour the espresso into a mug, then add the chocolate milk and top with frothed milk
Stovetop Flat White
- Brew a stovetop espresso.
- Heat and lightly froth the milk, ensuring it remains smooth and not too foamy.
- Pour the espresso into a cup and add the steamed milk, aiming for a velvety texture
Notes
- Experiment with different types of milk and flavors to create unique variations.
- For the best flavor, use freshly ground coffee and preheat the water for the Moka pot.