1% milk once it is nicely frothed, dissolves instantly once poured into coffee. Is it the 1% milk causing this or something else?
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I always use 1% milk and while it doesn't froth as great at 2% -- it foams and stays foamy all the way while I drink my coffee and I spoon some out at the end to eat! Maybe you are putting too much milk in the foamer. Fill it to the bottom line not the top one!
1804799
I've found that thinner fluids (fat free milk, 1% milk, etc) tend to produce bigger and therefore thinner bubbles instead of a thick, frothy, heavy foam. Whole milk, or cream(er), have ended up making incredibly thick foam with a lot of small bubbles instead of just a few big ones. This is an issue with the milk you're using. Try whole milk instead and your foam with be much frothier and will not dissolve for quite some time once added to your coffee.
1804800
i have found the best milk for frothing using this machine and others is 0%-I would suggest trying that and see if it works better-
1804801
Although low fat milk products will be easier to froth than high fat creams, there's a lot to know about frothing milk! I've had mixed (and frustrating) results since I started frothing and after some research, I've have narrowed down the must do things to make good frothed coffee: #1 Your milk product MUST be super fresh. I dig thru the cooler at the supermarket to find the farthest out expiration date I can! Just because it's not expired, doesn't mean it's fresh. #2 Make sure your milk is just out of the refrigerator cold. Because I drink more than one cup of coffee, I used to let the milk container sit on the countertop between cups. BIG mistake. Put it back in the frig and keep it cold. #3 Make sure your coffee is ready for the froth before it's done frothing. The bubbles you create will immediately begin to disappear when the frother stops moving. When removing the pitcher from the frother, swirl the pitcher in your hand, keeping it moving on the way to your cup. #4 Finally, depending on your coffee machine, your coffee might be too hot. If the froth hits coffee that's too hot the bubbles will disappear. I make a generous amount of froth and then add about 1/4 of it to the coffee and use a spoon to mix it in, tempering the coffee a bit, then slowly adding the remainder of foam on top. It's an art but worth mastering in my opinion. Good luck!
1804802
The higher the fat content the better the froth and the longer it will stay in the coffee and not dissolve into the coffee. That's why when you get a latte at Starbucks and you get 1% or non-fat milk it almost never froths.
1714472
Sorry for the delay!Over a medium heat, the coffee will only take about 5 minutes to brew. You'll know it's done when the gurgling stops.Your milk will have been heated enough so, just froth, pour and enjoy!! :-)
1812224
I haven't tried it that way, but I would think if you bought the Better Than Milk Rice Powder with the vanilla flavoring would great. I would think 1/2 teaspoon would work in coffee. The original does not have a sweet taste to it like cow's milk.
1821627
The BMF600XL Milk Cafe® frothing results differ depending on the ingredients used. For example, adding dense ingredients like thick syrups, heavy powders and large flakes can significantly reduce the amount of foam. For optimum froth, do not exceed the 16 fluid ounce / 500ml max capacity. There are measurement markings inside the milk jug. Always use cold, fresh milk. Pour frothed milk promptly to avoid the milk from separating. Frothed milk that is not used immediately should not be reheated. With the option of a cappuccino disc or latte disc as well as temperature controls you should easily be able to achieve the result you desire. The BMF600XL Milk Cafe® frothing results differ depending on the ingredients used. For example, adding dense ingredients like thick syrups, heavy powders and large flakes can significantly reduce the amount of foam. For optimum froth, do not exceed the 16 fluid ounce / 500ml max capacity. There are measurement markings inside the milk jug. Always use cold, fresh milk. Pour frothed milk promptly to avoid the milk from separating. Frothed milk that is not used immediately should not be reheated. With the option of a cappuccino disc or latte disc as well as temperature controls you should... » Read More The BMF600XL Milk Cafe® frothing results differ depending on the ingredients used. For example, adding dense ingredients like thick syrups, heavy powders and large flakes can significantly reduce the amount of foam. For optimum froth, do not exceed the 16 fluid ounce / 500ml max capacity. There are measurement markings inside the milk jug. Always use cold, fresh milk. Pour frothed milk promptly to avoid the milk from separating. Frothed milk that is not used immediately should not be reheated. With the option of a cappuccino disc or latte disc as well as temperature controls you should easily be able to achieve the result you desire. « Show Less
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Yes, coconut milk powder dissolves in hot coffee. Here is the link to the company's website with more great information on coconut milk powder. http://www.wildernessfamilynaturals.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product;_Code=CMP1&Category;_Code=conventional-coconut-milk-powder
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I think everyone has had this happen. You stated that it usually overflows on your second cup, are you using fresh cold milk? I've tried "re-frothing" the leftover milk (which is up to the minimum level) for a second cup. It tries to hard and over flows. I've found that if it appears like it's going to overflow, I just pull the frothing cup out. No mess.
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Try a higher fat content milk just to see how that works out. The rule of thumb is...less fat, more froth. Maybe you're getting too much froth because of the thin consistency of the skim milk. Although that still shouldn't happen. Also, do you run a cycle of water to warm up the frother before each use like is recommended? It seems like you have an over abundance of steam going into the frother. Try those two things and see what happens.
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I heat my milk in the microwave (in a pyrex measuring cup) before frothing and it works just fine. I don't want to add cold frothed milk to my hot coffee. Just keep in mind that the milk volume will almost double, so the container you froth in needs room to allow for this. This is handy to take on trips too. Even camping
2067163
I froth the milk for 3 minutes before I brew the coffee. The milk is very hot and the coffee is very hot when it is dripping. When it's all finished the latte is actually too hot to immediately drink. We love this machine. Makes two big mugs. The only milk that it doesn't froth good is chocolate soy milk. Don't know why because it will froth regular soy milk very well.
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Hi joe...I put enough milk in the Capresso, to just barely cover up the little spinner...if it doesn't froth enough for you...as sometimes it has milk left in it when you start to pour then the froth...I will turn it on again...BUT...STAND THERE WITH IT...and WATCH IT...as at that point, it could overflow. This amount of milk is enough for a big mug of coffee...I also use 1% which I understand froths better than whole milk...but I have never tried whole milk..Hope this helps...need anything else, let me know!Smiles, Rebecca
1147461
i think the milk burned on to element . try soak and scrub with brillo. i never used for milk. just soup and water for coffee. i have scrub will brillo and still works fine.
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I only make 1 drink at a time using about 1/3 cup milk. I don't really like making more than that at once as there is not enough foam for us. I'm not sure how small of an amount you could use, that amount I use just barely covers the frother.
110930
This is the ONLY feature of the bottle that I have a complaint about. Nine of ten times that I pour a couple ounces of milk in my coffee, there is one dribble that runs down the neck of the bottle. I always dutifully wipe it away. I try various methods of prevention, but have yet to succeed. In an earlier post, I begged other users to alert me to any "tricks" that might help, asking, "Is it in the wrist?" Perhaps using real cream instead of 4% milk? Filing the inside edge of the bottle's neck? I would LOVE to hear more discussion about this.
1795632
I had a couple occasions that a particular carton of milk did not froth. Could be the milk. That was the case for me. Try a different brand or carton
1987372
Just bought it so not much experience, but it could be a result of the type of milk you use? I used 1% with no spills. Perhaps a thicker milk like 2% may thick up more (and spill over more) than others? Try experimenting and post back. good luck!
1117607
I use at minimum 1/2 cup to max 1 1/2 cup cold 1% or 2% milk. Heat it up stirring occasionally but not to boil as it can burn. i put the cover on when the milk is heated and you will see the froth forming under the top after a few pumps. The more you pump the thicker the froth gets. I pour off some of the milk into my coffee then really pump the remaining milk to get that beautiful creamy topping which you can scoop out. Just have to pump the heck out of it. You will be shocked if you do it right. It's pretty cool. Hope this helps someone.
1812223
you cannot mix it directly into your coffee. I found that you have to blend it in a separate container using an immersion blender, as it does not mix smoothly. Personally, I would not buy this product again. There is no protein value and it is way to sweet if you are looking for a milk replacement. Just buy some almond or cocoanut milk.