A piccolo latte is a small, strong espresso drink topped with a small amount of steamed whole milk, similar to a mini latte with a balanced espresso-to-milk ratio.
Piccolo Latte
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A piccolo latte is a small, strong espresso drink topped with a small amount of steamed whole milk, similar to a mini latte with a balanced espresso-to-milk ratio.
Prep
4 min
Cook
—
Total
4 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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- 18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
- 3.0 fl oz (90.0 ml)whole milk
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Instructions
- Extract a single shot of espresso using 18 g of finely ground coffee, yielding about 18 g of espresso.
- Steam the whole milk to about 160°F (71°C), creating a velvety microfoam.
- Pour the steamed milk gently over the espresso, combining well and serving immediately.
Tips
- Use fresh whole milk for a creamy texture; any milk frothing method works, but specialized steam wands provide best microfoam.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make piccolo latte?
Plan on 4 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make piccolo latte 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.
57
Calories / serving
3.1g
Fat
4.4g
Carbs
3.0g
Protein
4.7g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~57 cal · 3g fat · 4g carbs · 3g protein · 5g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 57 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 11 min·0.6 mi·~1300 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 8 min·0.4 mi·~800 steps
- Moderate cycling 6 min·1.2 mi
- Swimming laps 8 min
- Jogging 6 min·0.5 mi·~950 steps
- Stair climbing 5 min·~450 steps
- Dancing 9 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 6 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 13 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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