Most people think a Keurig confines them to drinking plain, black coffee.
But in reality, you can actually whip up some pretty cool lattes and milk-based brews with your Keurig too!
As a latte lover myself, I’ve put together a guide on how to make a latte with a Keurig.
By the end of this guide, you’ll have the know-how to make a latte with several different kinds of Keurig.
Ready to get drinking? Let’s jump in!
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Lattes are generally made with espresso.
Now, even though Keurig coffee machines are not espresso machines, you can still make your favorite latte with your Keurig.
What you’ll make is cafe au lait, which is a type of latte made with regular coffee instead of espresso. The main difference is the coffee and milk ratio.
For a normal latte, the ratio is 1:4 or 1:3 (espresso to milk).
With cafe au lait, you’ll need less milk and more coffee. So, the best ratio for a latte with regular coffee is 1:1 (coffee to milk).
You’ll also need to vary the steps slightly depending on what type of Keurig machine you have.
I’ve broken down the different steps for three different kinds of Keurigs.
Throughout this guide, I’ve talked a bit about Keurig milk frothers. The Keurig Milk Frother makes all the difference when making a latte or cappuccino with a Keurig coffee machine.
It has two frothing options – hot and cold.
The hot froth button is best for rich cappuccinos and lattes.
And, of course, the cold froth button is best when you want to make refreshing iced coffee drinks.
What’s great about the frother is that you can use any type of milk in it. It has a non-stick interior, making it easy to clean regardless of the milk type.
And, because it’s compact and lightweight, you can slide it next to your coffee maker even if you have limited counter space.
Best of all, making frothed milk with this device is super simple. Here’s what to do:
Now that you’ve mastered making a latte with your Keurig coffee machine, let’s answer a few other related questions.
Here’s a brief FAQ to make your latte brewing experience a little bit easier.
Never attempt to put milk in your Keurig’s water tank. Not only can this damage your machine, but it can also make it extremely difficult to clean. Instead, purchase a separate milk frother for heating and steaming milk for lattes.
There are Keurig espresso K pods you can use to make brew an espresso drink from your machine. But, because it does not brew under pressure, it isn’t really a true espresso. The only Keurig that brews pressurized espresso is the Keurig Rivo.
Making iced coffee is one of the easiest recipes you can do with any Keurig coffee machine. All you need are the K-cup coffee pod, a glass filled with ice, and filtered water. After the machine brews the pod, you can just pour it into the glass with ice to create an iced coffee!
Keurig coffee machines are versatile, even if many people think they’re only designed for brewing up black coffee.
With this guide on how to make a latte with Keurig coffee makers, you can easily start whipping up your own latte at home. Customize the drink according to your liking and enjoy!
If you liked this article and want to try the recipes with a summer twist, we also have a recipe on how to make cold foam. Try your hand at it to brew up a cool summer treat with your Keurig!
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