How Do You Aerate Milk
Last Updated on October 20, 2022
How Do You Aerate Milk?
To aerate, simply place the steam wand’s tip into the milk and turn on the wand. The whirlpool of milk will capture air at the surface and incorporate it into the milk. Once you’ve mixed in some air, plunge the steam wand deeper into the milk to further stir and emulsify it.
What does it mean to aerate milk?
Aerating/stretching is the process of adding air into the milk. It will increase the volume of milk in the pitcher. Texturing, on the other hand, is what happens when you create a milk vortex in the jug. Your goal is to create both, although you will only see aeration at the beginning.
How long should you aerate milk?
Aerate milk for about 3 seconds by keeping the tip of the wand near the surface of the milk. You should hear a paper-tearing sound.
Why do we aerate milk?
Aerating (also known as ‘stretching’) is the process of introducing air to the milk. This increases the milk’s volume and produces the micro-foam used to create latte art or the froth on a cappuccino.
How do you steam aerate milk at home?
- Heat milk. STOVETOP: Bring milk to simmer in a saucepan on the stovetop. Stir it occasionally to prevent a thin layer from appearing on top. …
- Put handheld frother into the milk and turn on, moving it around.
- The milk frother will whisk to aerate and increase the volume of the milk.
Dec 8, 2019
