Nothing makes us feel more at home than a beautiful, simple flat white. An Aussie classic since the 1980s, this style has spread through the UK and USA. We knew the style was making waves when Starbucks decided to include it in their regular menu.
Ingredients
- One shot of espresso
- Cold milk of choice, either cow’s milk or plant-based (We prefer soy as it’s a little more forgiving)
Equipment
Recipe
- Fill the milk jug to the line indicated on the side (it’s usually a slight dent, don’t go over it or you’ll end up a hot mess and no one wants to cry over spilled milk)
- Steam the milk to 130 – 150F. You can use a thermometer to get a feel for how hot this feels in your hand. This is called stretching the milk. If you notice any large bubbles, you can give the milk a slight tap on the table.
- Hold the jug at an angle an inch from the mug and start slowly pouring, bring the jug closer to the centre to form a heart shape.
💡 Don’t worry if you don’t get the perfect latte art, it takes most baristas a couple of courses to nail it.