Description
The Pink Velvet Macchiato is a deliciously vibrant and creamy coffee beverage featuring warm milk infused with melted white chocolate and natural pink beet powder. This visually stunning layered macchiato combines the smoothness of espresso with a delicate hint of vanilla, topped optionally with whipped cream for an indulgent treat. Perfect for those seeking a colorful and flavorful specialty coffee experience at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Milk Mixture
- 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon beet powder or pink food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coffee
- 1 shot hot espresso or strong brewed coffee
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Warm the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, ensuring it is hot but not boiling to prevent scorching.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Add the white chocolate chips to the warm milk and stir continuously until completely melted and smooth.
- Add Color and Flavor: Whisk in the beet powder or pink food coloring along with the vanilla extract until the milk acquires a soft pink hue, evenly blended.
- Froth the Milk: Use a milk frother or whisk vigorously to create frothy, airy pink milk.
- Prepare the Espresso: Pour a shot of hot espresso or strong brewed coffee into a serving mug.
- Assemble the Macchiato: Gently pour the pink frothed milk over the espresso to create a layered macchiato effect with distinct color contrast.
- Optional Topping: Add whipped cream on top if desired, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For added sweetness, stir in a teaspoon of sugar or simple syrup into the milk before frothing.
- Beet powder is a natural coloring agent that does not affect the flavor, making it a healthy alternative to artificial coloring.
- This drink can easily be served iced by chilling the milk mixture thoroughly and pouring it over ice with the espresso.
