Welcome to the world of Caffè Crema, a delightful Italian coffee creation that bridges the gap between espresso and American-style coffee. This long-pulled espresso boasts a generous layer of golden crema, offering a smooth and indulgent coffee experience.
Originating in Northern Italy and Switzerland, Caffè Crema is crafted using medium to medium-dark roasted coffee beans, ground slightly coarser than traditional espresso. The brewing process involves a longer extraction time, typically 25-30 seconds, allowing more water to pass through the grounds. This results in a larger volume of coffee with a luxurious crema and a balanced flavor profile that's less intense than a standard espresso but richer than a regular drip coffee.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why Caffè Crema will become your new favorite coffee indulgence:
- Velvety Texture: The long extraction creates a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.
- Balanced Flavor: Less intense than espresso, yet richer than drip coffee.
- Versatile Enjoyment: Perfect on its own or as a base for milk-based drinks.
- Visual Appeal: The golden crema layer is a feast for the eyes.
- Customizable Strength: Easily adjust to your preferred intensity.
Authentic Caffè Crema
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Burr grinder
- Portafilter
- Tamper
- Coffee cup
Ingredients
- 14g (2 tablespoons) medium to medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 60ml (2 oz) water
Instructions
- Grind the coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency, slightly coarser than for espresso.
- Preheat your espresso machine and portafilter.
- Add the ground coffee to the portafilter and tamp lightly.
- Place a preheated cup under the portafilter.
- Start the extraction process and let it run for 25-30 seconds, or until you have about 60ml (2 oz) of coffee.
- Observe the beautiful golden crema forming on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Caffè Crema!
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