How to Make Espresso Macchiatos (Caffe Macchiatos)

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Updated 06/24/21
Espresso Macchiato
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Prep: 2 mins
Cook: 2 mins
Total: 4 mins
Serving: 1 serving
Yield: 1 drink
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
74 Calories
7g Fat
2g Carbs
1g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories 74
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 14mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Protein 1g
Calcium 14mg 1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

You can easily learn how to make Espresso Macchiatos and Latte Macchiatos.

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"If you think you need to go to local coffee shop for fancy espresso drinks, this recipe will show you there’s no need! The ratio of freshly made espresso with foamed milk will make you the perfect cafe macchiato to put the ultimate pep in your step to start your day." —Tracy Wilk

How to Make Espresso Macchiatos (Caffe Macchiatos)
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Ingredients

Steps to Make It

  1. Fill a demitasse or macchiato cup with the espresso.

  2. Top the espresso with a dollop of the steamed milk.

  3. Serve immediately.