The Xanthan Gum Trick That Makes Latte Foam Last For Hours (No Espresso Machine Needed)
Chris Young explains the food science behind why latte foam collapses (Ostwald ripening) and demonstrates a French press milk-frothing technique to replicate a barista's steam wand at home. The key revelation: adding just 0.1g of xanthan gum to your milk dramatically slows foam separation for a long-lasting, velvety latte without any detectable taste difference.
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by Chris Young
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🧾 Ingredients
- 1milk
- 2espresso shot (or strong coffee)
- 3xanthan gum (approx. 0.1g per 8 oz)
- 4sugar (optional, for xanthan dry blend)
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