Debuted by Starbucks in 1996, the Caramel Macchiato has been a café favorite for over two decades. Learn how to craft this coffee classic at home with this simple recipe. Make it frothy with a mix of smooth vanilla and velvety caramel for the perfect amount of sweetness. Top it off with a drizzle of caramel for a coffee that tastes as delicious as it looks.
INGREDIENTS
OTHER INGREDIENTS
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0.75cupmilk of choice
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1Tbsphomemade Vanilla Syrup (or storebought)
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homemade Caramel Sauce (or storebought) for garnish
TOOLS
- Frother
HOW TO MAKE
Caramel Macchiato
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Pour vanilla syrup into the bottom of your mug.
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In a separate container, froth the milk and then pour into mug.
- If using the Nespresso® Aeroccino, froth milk on the medium froth setting. You can also learn how to manually froth milk with our mason jar, handheld whisk or coffee press guides.
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Prepare 1 shot of Starbucks® Espresso Roast by Nespresso® and pour through the foam.
- If you don’t have a Nespresso® machine, you can also brew 2 oz of Starbucks® Espresso Roast coffee via an espresso machine or stovetop moka pot to make espresso-like coffee.
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Drizzle caramel sauce on top. Enjoy!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Starbucks® Recipes
WHAT IS A MACCHIATO?
A macchiato is a type of coffee drink that originated in Italy. It is traditionally made by adding a small amount of foamed or steamed milk to a shot of espresso. The word "macchiato" means "stained" or "marked" in Italian, referring to the way the milk is added to the espresso.
WHAT IS A CARAMEL MACCHIATO?
A caramel macchiato is a variation of a macchiato that includes vanilla syrup, steamed milk and caramel sauce. It is made by adding vanilla syrup to a shot of espresso, followed by foamed or steamed milk and a drizzle of caramel sauce. The caramel adds a sweet and caramelized flavor to the coffee.
WHAT IS A MACCHIATO COFFEE?
A traditional macchiato typically consists of a shot of espresso with a small amount of foamed or steamed milk added on top. The ratio of espresso to milk is usually higher in a macchiato compared to other espresso-based drinks you might find at a café.
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