Eggnog Cappuccino
On December 08, 2011 in Beverages
I have already covered the wonders of Microwave Cappuccinos, but since it is eggnog season, it’s information worth repeating. All you need is a microwave and a jar to make suitable frothed milk at home and yield a tasty cappuccino in minutes without any expensive, single use equipment. That it can be done with eggnog just makes it all the more lovely.
Eggnog Cappuccino
- 4 ounces eggnog
- 1 ounce Brandy
- 2 ounces brewed espresso
- freshly grated nutmeg
- Place the eggnog in a small French press and plunge for 15-30 seconds. It should increase in volume slightly and produce a foam. Alternatively, put the milk in a sealed jar and shake for 30 seconds to achieve similar results.
- Pour the frothed eggnog into an eight ounce microwavable mug. Microwave on high until the foam rises to the top of the mug, which will take about 1 minute. If you have a high voltage microwave, you may need to heat on a lower power to actually warm the milk through, then finish for an additional 10 seconds or so at high temperature to produce the leavened foam.
- Combine the Brandy and espresso in a six ounce cappuccino cup. Use a small spoon to pour just the eggnog into the cup, then top with the remaining foam and a light sprinkle of nutmeg.