If you want to make a delicious cup of flat white, you will basically need milk, coffee beans and water. Steam the milk until it reaches 70° Celsius. Then grind around 14 grams of coffee finely and make 2 shots of Espresso with an Espresso machine. Lastly, pour the milk and create your favorite design on top of it. This is how your flat white coffee is ready.

Here we have presented a brief of Flat white coffee and a detailed recipe of it. Then we have mentioned some yummy options to pair up your coffee. You will find some suggestions for brands that offer Flat white coffee. If you do not want to make it at home, you can buy from those brands anytime.

What is Flat White Coffee?

Flat White coffee is popular among coffee lovers. The base of this coffee is normally Espresso. So, this coffee will give you a strong vibe and the steamed milk will create a creamy texture. The foamy milk creates a nice flat layer over the coffee. That’s why it is called Flat White Coffee. You can get it in any coffee shop. Moreover, you can make it at home. Let’s get into the recipe of how to make Flat White Coffee.

Detailed Recipe For Flat White Coffee

To learn how to make Flat White Coffee like a Barista, check out our easy and simple recipe. This will help you enjoy smooth Flat White at home wherever you want.

Ingredients 

• Freshly roasted coffee beans
• Whole milk (120 ml)
• Sugar or other sweeteners (Optional)

Equipment Needed

• Espresso machine
• Milk frother or steamer
• Thermometer (optional)

Steps To Follow 

1. Take 120 ml of cold milk into a steaming pitcher. The steaming pitcher is actually a container for steaming or frothing your milk. This quantity is for 8 oz – cup of hot coffee.
2. Then release the excess water from your steamer and start to steam the milk. This process will create additional tiny air bubbles and a foamy texture. 
3. Steam the milk until the temperature reaches 60° Celsius or 140° Fahrenheit.  Then stop steaming because the temperature will rise automatically to 70° Celsius or 158° Fahrenheit. Use the thermometer to count the temperature. 
4. Then prepare the Espresso. Use an espresso machine and make Espresso with freshly roasted beans. This will be the base of your coffee. Grind 14 grams and coffee beans and brew 2 shots of Espresso. It will take 25 to 30 seconds to extract the Espresso. You can check the detailed recipe at “Coffee Mart Blog”.
5. Take a preheated cup and pour your freshly brewed Espresso. Then it’s time to be a bit artistic. Pour the steamed milk into the Espresso. Try to pour in one point and then make any design you want. You can add sweeteners if you prefer. This is how your homemade Flat White Coffee is ready to drink.

Pair Up Options For Flat White Coffee 

As you know how to make Flat White Coffee, the next question arises. How will you pair it up? What can you eat with your Flat White? Let’s go through some yummy and interesting options to go with your Flat White Coffee. 

• Doughnuts: Doughnuts are a good pair-up option to have with flat white coffee. You can choose among doughnuts, and experiment to find the most suitable one for you.
• Sweet Pastries: You can make a good mouthwatering combination with any sweet pastry you like. Try Croissants or cinnamon rolls to complement the flavor of your coffee.
• Granola and Fruits: This is another yummy option to pair up with Flat White Coffee. Granola is basically baked crispy oats, nuts, dried fruits, chocolate chips etc. You can eat it with milk, yogurt or fruit.
• Eggs and Toast: One fulfilling option mostly for breakfast can be Eggs and toast with your Flat White Coffee. 
• Biscuits or cookies: As an afternoon snack, you can pair up your favorite biscuits or cookies with your coffee.
• Sandwiches or Salads: Sandwiches are one of the most common options to pair up coffee. You can take any type of sandwich you like. For a healthier option, pick Salads. It can make you feel light and healthy.
• Desserts: Any dessert like Tiramisu, Cheesecake or fruit tart can be a yummy combination with Flat White Coffee. 

Try any of these options according to your mood and taste buds. Pick your perfect match to enjoy your coffee at best.

Brands Offering Flat White Coffee 

We have learnt how to make Flat White Coffee. But if you do not want to make it on your own, you can buy it simply. Many renowned brands offer Flat white coffee. Here we are suggesting a list of brands that you can pick.

Brand:

• Starbucks 
• Costa Coffee 
• Peet’s Coffee
• Blue Bottle Coffee 

Packaged or Bottled ready-to-drink options:

• Califia Farms Nitro Cold Brew Flat White
• Starbucks Doubleshot Milk Espresso 
• Intelligentsia Coffee Cold Brew Flat White
• La Colombe Draft Latte Flat White

Go for any of these as your budget and preference. All of them provide food quality Flat White Coffee. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

Can I make Flat White with any other base except Espresso? 

Traditionally the Flat White Coffee is made with an Espresso base. But you can make it with any strongly brewed coffee. The taste will vary if you do not use strong brew. We suggest using Espresso for a real taste.

What type of milk should I use in Flat White Coffee? 

The actual recipe for Flat white coffee includes whole milk. But you can use any alternative options. Try almond milk, soy milk or oat milk, if you want plant-based alternatives. 

Can I make decaffeinated Flat white coffee? 

Yes, you can make the decaffeinated version of your Flat White Coffee. For the decaf Flat White, you have to use decaf Espresso as the base. Check our website “Coffee Mart Blog” for decaf recipes.

Conclusion 

To sum up we can say that Flat White Coffee is quite popular and many people love it. Now you know how to make Flat White Coffee. For homemade Flat White, follow our mentioned recipe. If you want to buy it, check out our suggested brands. 

Enjoy your Flat White Coffee with any of our mentioned pair-up options. Visit our website “Coffee Mart Blog” for any recipe or queries.

Mojoon

I am Mojoon, a certified and award-winning barista by choice, with 7 years of experience in the field. I have served and trained coffee shop baristas worldwide. I worked at Krispy Kreme for an extended period, and now I aim to help regular people brew coffee like me. I pursue this job with my passion for writing and also provide one-on-one coaching for newly minted baristas.