Terms of making cappuccino in a coffee machine

Strong coffee with a cream hat or whipped cream has become so popular that for many it is a treat that they simply cannot refuse. But how to make a cappuccino in a coffee machine is as tasty as in a coffee shop, not everyone knows. Let's try to figure out how to do it yourself.

Cappuccino

This is an Italian espresso-based coffee drink with the addition of foamed milk. Homeland cappuccino is considered to be ItalyAccording to legend, it was invented by the Capuchin monks of the monastery, which was located in the north of the country. Their robes were long dark robes and a white hood, presumably hence the name of the drink. They added boiling milk to it, from which the “cap” was formed from above. However, the foam was not resistant and quickly fell off.The problem was solved by the monk Padre Carlo, who invented a method of beating milk with hot steam.

Today, this version of coffee has become very popular all over the world. And with the widespread spread of coffee machines, the question of how to make a cappuccino in a coffee maker, began to worry very many.

Characteristics of the coffee machine

The main role in the preparation of a coffee drink, first of all, is played by a machine that must meet certain necessary requirements. The final result will depend not on the brand of the device used, but on its technical characteristics:

1. Type of coffee machine. There are semi-automatic and fully automated models. Automatic devices, of course, the most convenient for home use, as they can do everything for you. Semiautomatic is more suitable for professionals than for amateurs.
2. Cup warming function. One of the important nuances: dishes, in which cappuccino coffee is served, should be warmed up to +40 degrees.
3. Type of cappuccinator. There are manual and automatic models. When choosing, give preference to the second option.

Since the obligatory attribute of a cappuccino is a well-whipped milk froth, it is necessary to find out how a cappuccinator works (a device for foaming).

There are two types of this device:

• Steam. A kind of spray gun connected to the coffee machine, with the help of it, the steam is mixed with milk, thereby creating foam.
  

• Mechanical. It is a whisk with a capacity in which milk is whipped. The foam is formed due to the rim, rotating at high speed.
  

Cooking Instructions

Consider how to make cappuccino in a coffee machine with a manual cappuccino machine. To make your own coffee, follow the following steps:

1. First, in a heated cup, you need to make classic coffee (espresso).
2. Preheat the appliance for 30-40 minutes, after releasing the steam from the steam pipe.
3. In the special metal container (jug) pour the required amount of milk (just below 1 cm from the bottom of the spout). Do not forget that milk is increased in the process of whipping.
4. Immerse the tip of the cappuccinator in the milk to the bottom, turn on the steam and slowly lift it up to the formation of foam. Properly whipped foam has a sweet creamy taste.
5. Gently pour the milk froth into the espresso.
6. Blow off steam and wipe the tip with a damp cloth.

For making cappuccino in a coffee machine, use whole cold milk, about 4% fat, which allows you to get a thick foam.

Cappuccino recipes

So, we figured out how to make a cappuccino in a coffee machine using the classical technology, however, there are also many recipes that have different tastes:

• Creamy cappuccino: 60 ml of espresso poured into a cup, whipped cream, pour them into the center of the mug, then along its circumference.
• Cinnamon Cappuccino: pour boiling milk into the finished espresso, spread the milk froth gently on top and sprinkle with cinnamon.
• Cappuccino Coffee with Coconut: pour the coffee into the container, pour in a thin stream of hot milk, top it with foam and sprinkle with coconut.

Additives, liqueurs, rums and syrups can be added to this drink at will, creating a specific recipe.

The temperature and flow of the drink

Before you make coffee, you need to know the rules of its submission. Since it is necessary to drink cappuccino nicely - slowly, slowly, right with the foam. Its features are in the dishes for coffee. The drink is served in pre-heated ceramic cup with thick walls, the volume of which is 210 ml.

At home, cappuccino is served in a special cup - tatstsa, resembling the shape of a bowl with a handle.

The ideal temperature of the drink is 60-65 degrees, the temperature above 70 degrees is considered unacceptable. The best addition to the drink will be fresh pastries.