Italians have long been known for their love of strong espresso. They know how to cook it better than anyone. But they didn’t stop there, but began preparing other aromatic drinks based on espresso.
Vanilla cappuccino is a very tasty drink that can lift anyone's spirits. It’s not at all difficult to prepare, especially since you can now buy ready-made mixtures in retail chains. But many still prefer to make cappuccino themselves.
Cappuccino, to which vanilla is added, is considered the best coffee drink. This coffee is wonderfully relaxing after a hard day at work. You can also gather friends at home and treat them to cappuccino with vanilla. However, even during the lunch break, this drink can invigorate and give strength for the rest of the day. Not only cappuccino, but also vanilla ice cream can provide a sea of positive emotions.
If you have a coffee machine with a cappuccino maker, then making this coffee is very simple. Just add a little vanilla to the milk and cook as usual. But when there is no such device, you will need to work hard to get a flavorful drink. Below are some easy-to-make homemade recipes. Have a nice coffee break! We also recommend that you familiarize yourself with excellent recipes for custard, which will be an excellent addition to cappuccino.
- Cappuccino with vanilla and egg yolk
- Vanilla cappuccino with ground cinnamon
- Vanilla cappuccino with cream
- Chocolate-vanilla cappuccino
Features of cappuccino
The classic vanilla cappuccino recipe contains only 3 ingredients: coffee, milk and vanilla. For preparation, only ground product is used; with instant product, the taste and aroma will be completely different. Milk is hidden under the white foam, and strong black espresso remains at the bottom. You need to drink it with foam in order to simultaneously feel both the tart coffee and delicate creamy taste.
Vanilla is added when whipping or sprinkled onto the finished foam. If there is no natural spice, you can use a small pinch of vanillin.
Making vanilla cappuccino by hand
When you don’t have an assistant at hand, you have to brew coffee yourself (preferably in a Turk) and froth the milk. You just need to get your hands on it and it will go like clockwork!
By the way, if you add egg yolks to cappuccino, you can make a quite nutritious and tasty dish (danger: harm to your figure!). The calorie content of such a drink will undoubtedly increase, which will classify it as a dish. But those who don’t take risks don’t drink! The taste of the drink only increases, and sometimes you can treat yourself to such a delicacy.
Difference from other drinks
Vanilla cappuccino is not just a coffee and milk mixture. It differs from latte, macchiato and raff coffee, which also have a delicate cap, in recipe and proportions:
- Difference from latte. A cappuccino is espresso with milk foam, and a latte is more like milk foam with coffee: it is only 1/5 of the total volume, and it is added at the end of preparation. The taste is sweeter and creamier, and the portion is larger - up to 400 ml.
- Difference from macchiato. Macchiato is stronger: 1/3 of the foam emphasizes the taste of the coffee poured on top. The cocktail turns out to be three layers. Brown stains form on a white background.
- Difference from raf. The classic Italian drink with foam is prepared without sugar, and the dairy product used is not the most fatty. And raf is a sweet, high-calorie dessert, because it contains cream and sugar. All the ingredients are whipped together, and the drink gets a light brown color and a delicate consistency.
Calorie content
The calorie content of vanilla cappuccino depends on the fat content of the dairy product and the amount of sugar. A serving (150 ml) of the most dietary vanilla invigorating drink without sugar and with milk containing 1.5% fat contains 55 kcal. The classic recipe, which contains no sugar and a dairy product of 3.5% fat, tastes better, and the energy value is not much higher - about 60 kcal. The sweet version with the addition of cream is as much as 100 kcal.
Subtleties of cooking
The most delicious treat can be obtained in a coffee machine: only a cappuccino maker guarantees the perfect froth. You need to whip cold (+4°C) unboiled milk. Heat to a temperature of 70 -75°C. A pasteurized product with medium fat content (3%) produces a thick, whipped top best.
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Making vanilla cappuccino at home, having only a Turk, is much more difficult:
- strain espresso prepared in a Turk;
- use cream with 10% fat content. To achieve a dense head of foam, you need to use the best ingredients;
- beat the hot creamy milk mixture using a blender, mixer or whisk until a dense foam appears;
- Pour the drink into preheated thick-walled 180 ml cups.
Cappuccino composition
Gourmets are unlikely to drink a drink brewed from an instant package. Although its name is cappuccino, it has nothing in common with the real thing. The composition of coffee in a bag is based on the periodic table, but the composition of cappuccino is completely different.
A true, aromatic drink is prepared according to a special recipe from milk and coffee. Moreover, it is necessary to observe the temperature regime and proportions. To make the perfect invigorating cappuccino, you should mix equal proportions of milk and coffee. Milk is added to the drink cold. Whipped foam gives a special taste, which can be decorated with a cute pattern of cinnamon or cocoa.
A typical cappuccino consists of 45 ml of espresso, milk, and whipped foam. Sugar, chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, liqueur, caramel are also added to this masterpiece - for everyone.
Don't be afraid to experiment. You can add other ingredients to a foamy drink. This will only improve its taste.
Recipes
It’s unlikely that you’ll be able to make vanilla milk coffee at home the first time. But after a series of experiments with ingredients, temperature and whipping time, you can achieve a good result.
Classical
Ingredients:
- ground coffee beans – 2 tsp;
- milk 3.5% – 50 ml;
- cream 10% – 50 ml;
- vanilla - a pinch;
- water – 100 ml.
Brew espresso in a Turk. Pour the milk-cream mixture into a saucepan, heat to 70-75°C, add vanilla. Beat with a mixer or blender until thick foam. This will take 3-5 minutes. Pour the strained espresso into a hot cup. Carefully lay out the foam so that it rests on top.
Tricks for making cappuccino coffee
If you want to get a strong and at the same time delicate foam for your drink, then take full-fat homemade milk or cream. The temperature of the milk when whipping should not exceed 65 degrees.
The easiest way to draw on foam is with a stencil, cinnamon, or cocoa. You can also use a toothpick to create images and signatures.
Always pour the cappuccino ingredients into a heated container. This way the temperature regime will not be disturbed.
You should not drink the drink if you have problems with the kidneys, liver, hypertension, pregnancy or during breastfeeding.
Please note that a cup of cappuccino has almost 500 kcal. Therefore, if you get too carried away with the drink, especially with baked goods or baked goods, you can gain excess weight.
Possible failures
The most important thing in a cappuccino is the milk cap. But it does not always turn out dense and stable. There is no need to despair if you didn’t succeed in making cappuccino foam in a coffee machine the first time. You can increase the chances of proper cooking in different ways:
- It is worth experimenting with the fat content of the product. You can use full-fat (6%) milk – it whips easier. The calorie content of cappuccino will increase significantly, but the foam is guaranteed to be dense.
- Try milk from another manufacturer. In some stores you can find a product with a high protein content (3%) specifically for cappuccino, which is indicated on the packaging. True, the price is higher.
- Monitor the temperature of the milk to avoid overheating. Boiled food does not whip at all.
- Remove the milk from the refrigerator immediately before whipping or even place it in the freezer for a few minutes. The optimal temperature to start whipping is 2-4 °C. Cool the pitcher too.
Each coffee machine has its own “character”, you need to get used to it, practice several times, so that the cappuccino turns out no worse than that of real baristas.
Cappuccino with a delicate taste and delicate aroma is on the list of the most popular drinks around the world. The legend of its creation begins with the birth of the religious order of Capuchin monks. Thanks to them, the recipe for making the drink, its name and even its external design were obtained. The fact is that the monks wore brown robes, covering their heads with a snow-white hood, which resembles delicious milk foam on a drink. How to properly prepare cappuccino in a coffee machine.
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Content
The easiest way to prepare cappuccino is in a fully automatic coffee machine.
The easiest way is to make cappuccino in a fully automatic coffee machine. To do this, simply select the appropriate mode and after 1-2 minutes the drink is completely ready. In this case, you only need to think about a couple of nuances: which milk to choose, the fat content of which will provide a thick foam and warm up the mug in advance.
You can make coffee in a semi-automatic machine, which is used by professional baristas, by mastering a simple technology. The most important thing is not to overheat the milk. To obtain a beautiful thick foam, baristas recommend applying steam at low pressure, holding the milk jug until the milk is well heated. And in order to add airiness to the foam, it is recommended to periodically change the degree of immersion of the cappuccino maker.
Although the standard method of preparing the popular drink is used most often, there are several interesting recipes that will add new sensations to the taste palette of your favorite delicacy.
Classic cappuccino
Classic cappuccino with cinnamon
The most common preparation principle is the classic recipe according to which the drink is served in every cafe. It is distinguished by the perfect balance of invigorating espresso and nutritious milk foam.
To prepare one serving you will need:
- ground coffee-2-3 tsp.
- milk 2.5% fat - 50 ml
- grated chocolate or cinnamon - 15 g
To prepare espresso, pour ground coffee into the holder, right up to its edge. One full bookmark is designed for one serving. Compress the mass well, distributing it evenly over the surface. Place the holder on the post and brew espresso. Pour it into a preheated cup. Take milk at room temperature and fill the milk jug ¾ full. Check the steam supply in the kauchinator. Keep it at a 45 degree angle while heating the milk for 2-3 minutes, no more. The frothed milk is poured in a thin stream into the mug, which already contains espresso. Sprinkle the foam with chocolate or cinnamon and a delicious cappuccino is ready to drink.
Viennese cappuccino
Viennese cappuccino is more of a dessert than a drink.
An excellent option for a nutritious snack is cappuccino brewed according to the Viennese recipe. It is considered the most high-calorie, which means it saturates the body well. The main feature is the change in the order of stages. The drink is prepared using standard ingredients to which whipped cream is added.
- ground coffee
- milk
- whipped cream
- chocolate chips
Making strong espresso. Whip the milk into a thick foam. We start assembling the drink with milk, which we pour into the prepared cup. Then carefully add coffee. Spread whipped cream on top and sprinkle with chocolate chips. For those who like sweeter coffee, it is advisable to place sugar in the bottom of the cup before filling with liquid.
Ice cappuccino with syrup
Ice cappuccino with syrup is poured into tall glasses.
In hot weather, you can treat yourself to your favorite drink with an original cold serving. It perfectly refreshes and charges with vigor, so necessary in the middle of a hot day.
To prepare this refreshing dessert you will need:
- ground coffee beans
- milk is cold
- chocolate syrup
- whipped cream
- ice cream
- ice cubes
A standard brew starts with espresso, which is then cooled to room temperature. Place in the blender: milk, chocolate syrup and chilled coffee. Everything is whipped until smooth. Pour into tall glasses with ice added to the bottom. Whipped cream is placed on top. Served with scoops of ice cream.
Double cappuccino
Double cappuccino is not only double volume, but also double pleasure.
A double portion of the drink implies an increase in proportions, and accordingly provides a double charge of vivacity and energy. The standard set of ingredients is doubled. As a rule, tasty fillers are added to larger portions, such as:
- syrups
- spices
- liquor
- vanilla
- chocolate
- nuts
- marshmallow
Syrups and alcohol are infused into the coffee before milk is added, creating a layer of flavor. And solid additives (nuts, chocolate) are added at the very end before serving coffee. Double cappuccino is considered high in calories, so it is not recommended for overweight people. It is also not suitable for hypertensive patients, as it increases blood pressure.
Cappuccino with caramel
Cappuccino with caramel is served and enjoyed hot.
This recipe will take a maximum of 5 minutes of your time, but will allow you to enjoy the amazing taste of aromatic coffee with delicate notes of creamy caramel. For one serving, prepare the ingredients:
- fine ground coffee - 1 tbsp. l.
- cold milk-150 ml
- caramel syrup-10 ml
- vanilla syrup-10 ml
Pour caramel and vanilla syrups into a coffee cup. Brew espresso and add to syrups. Whisk the milk and gently pour into the coffee in a thin stream. If desired, you can sprinkle the foam with cinnamon, which goes well with caramel to taste. Serve immediately after preparation so that the drink does not have time to cool.
To create the ideal taste, try to use only Arabica beans, choosing varieties based on your taste preferences. Thus, Ethiopian varieties are distinguished by a pronounced nutty taste, Kenyan varieties have a slight sourness, and Arabica from Central America imbues brewed coffee with a tart taste.
And if you master the art of creating patterns on coffee foam, you will also get aesthetic pleasure
The Italians, who gave this amazing drink to the whole world, advise drinking it without separating the foam and coffee. Their taste qualities are harmoniously combined, complementing each other. The characteristic presence of white whiskers from the foam is a sure sign of proper cappuccino tasting.
Strong coffee with a creamy top or whipped cream has become so popular that for many it is a delicacy that they simply cannot refuse. But not everyone knows how to make cappuccino in a coffee machine as tasty as in a coffee shop. Let's try to figure out how to do this ourselves.
Coffee with chocolate
Adding chocolate to cappuccino is an original way to change the taste of the drink and an opportunity to please all those with a sweet tooth. Making cappuccino coffee with chocolate is quite simple.
Cooking method:
- The technology for making cappuccino with chocolate is no different from the classic one. We also take 1.5 spoons of ground coffee, add water and brew espresso.
- For foam, it is better to use cream with milk to obtain a rich taste. Place the whipped foam on the coffee and sprinkle with grated chocolate on top.
