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How to make breve latte with half-and-half showing creamy layers of espresso coffee drink

How to Make Breve Latte (Rich Coffee with Half-and-Half)

This breve latte recipe combines bold espresso with steamed half-and-half cream for an incredibly rich and creamy coffee drink. Perfect for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself to café-quality coffee at home.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 breve latte
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots espresso (2 oz / 60 ml fresh brewed)
  • 6 oz half-and-half (177 ml, cold)

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or Moka pot
  • Milk frother or steam wand
  • (12-20 oz) Milk frothing pitcher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Thermometer (optional)
  • 8-12 oz coffee mug

Method
 

  1. Grind 18–20g coffee beans finely. Brew 2 shots of espresso (25–30 seconds).
  2. Pour cold half-and-half into a pitcher. Steam until hot and creamy (do not overheat).
  3. Tap the pitcher once or twice and swirl gently to smooth the foam.
  4. Pour espresso into a mug. Slowly add steamed half-and-half. Spoon foam on top.
  5. Serve hot. Optional: sprinkle cocoa or cinnamon on top.

Notes

RECIPE NOTES 

Storage: Best consumed immediately. Half-and-half stays fresh 7-10 days after opening when refrigerated.
Substitutions: Can use 3/4 half-and-half + 1/4 whole milk for lower calorie version (reduces calories by about 100).
Flavor Variations: Add vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, or chocolate syrup before pouring half-and-half for flavor variations.
Temperature Tip: Use a thermometer first few times to learn proper temperature. Overheated half-and-half tastes burnt and bitter.
Foam Quality: Cold half-and-half froths better than room temperature. Keep refrigerated until use.