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A velvety Australian flat white in a ceramic cup with espresso crema, microfoam, and coffee beans.

Classic Australian Flat White

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Double espresso topped with silky steamed milk and fine microfoam in a small cafe-style cup.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Coffee
  • 2 shots fresh espresso about 18 g ground coffee
  • 2/3 cup whole milk cold

Equipment

  • Espresso machine
  • Milk pitcher
  • Small ceramic cup
  • Coffee grinder

Method
 

Brew and Steam:
  1. Pull a double espresso into a small preheated cup.
  2. Pour cold milk into a pitcher and steam it until glossy with fine microfoam, about 60–65°C / 140–150°F.
Pour:
  1. Swirl the pitcher to keep the milk integrated, then pour steadily into the espresso.
  2. Serve immediately when the surface is smooth and lightly marked with foam.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgSugar: 8g

Notes

  • A flat white is smaller and more coffee-forward than a latte.
  • Purge and wipe the steam wand immediately after steaming.