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A mug of cafe con leche

Cuban Cafe Con Leche Recipe

Cafe con leche is a delicious and energizing drink made with Cuban espresso, steamed milk and espuma.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 1
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Moka pot
  • Stovetop
  • Spoon
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

  • Filtered water
  • Finely-ground Cuban coffee
  • 10 ounces milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar

Instructions
 

  • Fill the bottom compartment of the Moka pot with water. Add your desired amount of ground coffee to the filter basket. Screw on the top compartment securely and place the Moka pot on the stove. Use medium heat - too much heat will ruin the flavor of the coffee.
  • Place the desired amount of milk into a pot over medium-low heat. Bring the milk up to temperature and remove it from heat before it boils. 
  • Add the espresso and milk to your coffee mug. Stir well.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and the same amount of espresso into a small bowl. Whisk until the sugar dissolves. Once the mixture forms a light brown foam, pour it on top of your cafe con leche.