Flat White Recipe (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
This Starbucks copycat Flat White recipe delivers a rich, velvety espresso drink made with ristretto shots and steamed whole milk. Perfect for coffee lovers who enjoy a creamy, smooth texture and delicate latte art at home in just 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Australian
Ingredients
Espresso
- ¼ cup espresso or moka pot coffee (2 ristretto shots)
Milk
- ⅓ cup whole milk
Optional
- Sugar, to taste
Instructions
- Brew the espresso: Prepare two ristretto shots of espresso using an espresso machine, or brew a comparable amount of strong coffee using a moka pot. Pour into a glass mug and stir in sugar if desired.
- Froth the milk: Steam and froth the whole milk with a steam wand until it doubles in volume. Alternatively, heat milk to 140°F and froth with a milk frother by moving it slowly in circles near the bottom of the container, then partially raising it as the milk thickens. Shaking vigorously in a hot mason jar is also an option but be cautious.
- Pour the milk: Allow the foamed milk to settle briefly, then pour the steamed milk into the espresso using an up-and-down motion. Slow the pour as foam appears, finishing with a small dot of milk foam in the center. Optionally, create latte art.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your flat white right away to experience the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Using ristretto shots creates a more concentrated and sweeter espresso taste, key for an authentic flat white.
- Whole milk provides the best creamy texture; however, you can experiment with milk alternatives but expect different frothing results.
- Temperature control of the milk (around 140°F) is important to avoid scalding and to achieve the right froth consistency.
- Practice pouring technique to perfect latte art if desired.
