Creamy Garlic Butter Ballerina Cappuccino
A silky, savory-sweet cappuccino blending the rich aroma of garlic butter with smooth cappuccino foam, ready in under 15 minutes for a comforting and indulgent coffee experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (240 ml) strong espresso or coffee, freshly brewed
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, gently melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Let it simmer softly for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic softens but doesn’t brown.
- While the garlic butter simmers, warm ½ cup (120 ml) of whole milk until steaming but not boiling—about 1-2 minutes over medium heat. Use a whisk or handheld frother to froth the milk, creating a creamy, airy foam.
- Prepare 1 cup (240 ml) of strong espresso or coffee using your preferred method.
- Pour the brewed coffee into a heatproof mug. Stir in the warm garlic butter mixture gently until fully combined. Add 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Slowly spoon or pour the frothed milk over the coffee and butter mixture to create a layered, creamy top. Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top if desired.
- Optionally, give the cappuccino a gentle stir to blend all layers or leave layered for presentation.
- Enjoy your creamy garlic butter ballerina cappuccino.
Notes
Simmer garlic gently to avoid bitterness. Use unsalted butter to control saltiness. Froth milk well for silky texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter and milk with almond or oat milk. Freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee preferred. Garlic butter can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 10-12 o
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 3
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