A Flat White is made with a double shot of espresso and steamed whole milk with a thin layer of microfoam, providing a strong coffee flavor with creamy texture.
Flat White
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A Flat White is made with a double shot of espresso and steamed whole milk with a thin layer of microfoam, providing a strong coffee flavor with creamy texture.
Prep
3 min
Cook
2 min
Total
5 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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- 18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
- 36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
- 5.0 fl oz (150.0 ml)whole milk
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Instructions
- Extract 18 g of finely ground espresso to yield 36 g of espresso.
- Steam whole milk to 160°F (71°C), creating a smooth microfoam with a velvety texture.
- Pour steamed milk gently over the espresso, allowing a thin layer of microfoam to sit on top.
- Serve immediately.
Tips
- Use fresh, cold whole milk for best microfoam. Pour milk slowly to achieve the characteristic thin layer of microfoam on top.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make flat white?
Plan on 3 minutes of prep and 2 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make flat white ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
95
Calories / serving
5.1g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
5.0g
Protein
7.9g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~95 cal · 5g fat · 8g carbs · 5g protein · 8g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 95 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 18 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 13 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
- Moderate cycling 10 min·2.0 mi
- Swimming laps 13 min
- Jogging 9 min·0.8 mi·~1450 steps
- Stair climbing 9 min·~800 steps
- Dancing 15 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 10 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 22 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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