Breve Coffee
A rich and creamy coffee with a slightly bitter taste from Espresso and an indulgent sweetness from the luscious half-n-half.
Equipment
- A measuring cup
- A metal whisk, frother, or steam wand on the espresso machine
- A large mug, jug, or jar
- Espresso shot glass
- A coffee mug for serving
- A milk pan or saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 shot of hot brewed espresso (⅓ cup)
- ½ cup half-n-half cream
- ¼ tsp cinnamon or cocoa (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Gather the equipment.
- Brew a shot of espresso in an espresso machine or moka pot with dark roast coffee and filtered water.
- Heat the half-n-half in a milk pan or saucepan gently over medium-low heat.
- Pour the half-n-half into a large mug, jug or jar. Use the whisk, hand frother, or steam wand to froth the half-n-half until it is creamy with a velvety texture
- Set the foam aside in a different measuring cup and continue whisking until the foam is 1/3 cup full.
- Pour the espresso into the serving cup. Pour in the remaining hot cream, then add the foam on top with a spoon.
- Sprinkle the cafe breve with cinnamon or cocoa for extra flavor. Serve when hot.
Notes
You can sweeten your half-n-half with sugar or low-carb sweeteners like monk fruit or stevia. For extra flavor, try other options like hazelnut or vanilla.