Double Cortado With Whipped Cream
Craving a coffee that's both bold and indulgent? Meet the Double Cortado With Whipped Cream, a delightful fusion of Spanish coffee culture and dessert-like decadence. This recipe takes the traditional cortado – a perfect balance of espresso and steamed milk – and elevates it with a double shot of rich espresso and a generous dollop of velvety whipped cream.
Our version uses a medium-dark roast espresso blend, freshly ground just before brewing. The result is a robust coffee base that stands up beautifully to the creamy milk and sweet whipped topping. Whether you're looking for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat, this Double Cortado With Whipped Cream is sure to satisfy your coffee cravings in style.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Here's why you'll fall head over heels for this Double Cortado With Whipped Cream:
- Perfect balance: The double shot of espresso provides a strong coffee flavor that's beautifully tempered by the milk and cream.
- Luxurious texture: The combination of silky steamed milk and fluffy whipped cream creates an irresistibly smooth mouthfeel.
- Customizable sweetness: You can adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding sugar to the espresso or flavoring the whipped cream.
- Impressive presentation: The layered look of this drink makes it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Double Cortado With Whipped Cream
Equipment
- Espresso machine
- Coffee grinder
- Milk steaming pitcher
- Small whisk or electric mixer
- Cortado glass or small coffee cup
Ingredients
- 2 shots (2 oz) espresso
- 2 oz steamed whole milk
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/2 tsp powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- If flavoring the whipped cream, mix heavy whipping cream with vanilla extract and powdered sugar in a small bowl.
- Whip the cream until soft peaks form, either by hand or using an electric mixer. Set aside.
- Grind your coffee beans to a fine espresso grind.
- Pull two shots of espresso (about 2 oz total) into a small glass or cortado cup.
- Steam 2 oz of whole milk until it reaches about 140°F (60°C) and has a velvety microfoam texture.
- Gently pour the steamed milk over the espresso, aiming for a 1:1 ratio of espresso to milk.
- Top the drink with a generous dollop of the prepared whipped cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your luxurious Double Cortado With Whipped Cream!
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