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Molecular cappuccino with xanthan gum

Molecular cappuccino with xanthan gum

Have you ever wanted to recreate the creamy texture of a café cappuccino in your kitchen? With xanthan gum, a natural, versatile thickener, you can make a dense, stable foam using just an electric milk frother.

Professionals also use this technique for cappuccinos with a flawless appearance and velvety texture. Adding a small amount of xanthan gum to milk improves its structure and keeps the foam soft for longer.

Xanthan gum is also suitable for vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free preparations and works with dairy milk or plant-based alternatives such as soya, oat or almond.

Perfect for breakfast or a special moment, this homemade cappuccino is sure to win you over. Bring café quality to your cup with just one extra ingredient: xanthan gum.

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Molecular cappuccino with xanthan gum

Special Ingredients

Servings

1

Prep time

5 minutes

Cook time

10 minutes

Cuisine

Molecular Gastronomy

Category

Xanthan Gum

Have you ever wanted to recreate the creamy texture of a café cappuccino in your kitchen? With xanthan gum, a natural, versatile thickener, you can make a dense, stable foam using just an electric milk frother.

Professionals also use this technique for cappuccinos with a flawless appearance and velvety texture. Adding a small amount of xanthan gum to milk improves its structure and keeps the foam soft for longer.

Xanthan gum is also suitable for vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free preparations and works with dairy milk or plant-based alternatives such as soya, oat or almond.

Perfect for breakfast or a special moment, this homemade cappuccino is sure to win you over. Bring café quality to your cup with just one extra ingredient: xanthan gum.

Molecular cappuccino with xanthan gum

Ingredients

Equipment

Directions

  1. Place the milk and xanthan gum in a small saucepan, heat to 60°C and froth with the electric whisk.

  2. Pour the coffee into a cup and add the milk and foam.