10 Coffee Recipes You Can Make with the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine

Looking for capsule coffee machine recipes that never fail to impress? These easy, rich recipes complement the strong brew. Here are 10 coffee recipes you can make with the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine.

Having the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine at home is a treat if you love good coffee. But if you only ever press the same button, you end up with the same plain cup every day. These recipes help you make the most of your machine, from café classics to iced drinks for Pakistani summers.

Also read: How to Use the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine: Step-by-Step Guide

10 Capsule Coffee Machine Recipes for the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine

The Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine has a 19-bar high-pressure pump that gives you a rich espresso base every time, with two preset cup sizes: 40ml espresso and 110ml lungo. It takes Nespresso Original-size capsules (see our list of capsules compatible with the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine). Even with plain, unflavoured capsules, you can turn a simple espresso shot into a café-style drink with the recipes below.

1. Classic Cappuccino

A classic everyone should try at least once, and one of the easiest drinks to get right. The only things to watch are the milk temperature and a thick layer of foam.

How to make it:

• First, brew a 40ml espresso shot into a 150–180ml cup.
• Next, heat 100ml milk to about 60–65°C (hot but not boiling).
• Then froth the milk until it's smooth and doubles in volume, with a thick foam on top.
• Pour it over the espresso so the foam lands right on top.
• Finally, dust a little cocoa powder on top.

2. Espresso Only

If you love a strong, hard-hitting black coffee, this one is for you. There's nothing to add: just a perfectly brewed shot, enjoyed the classic way.

How to make it:

• First, warm a small espresso cup with hot water, then empty it.
• Next, brew a 40ml espresso using a dark-roast (high-intensity) capsule.
• Finally, serve it with a small glass of sparkling water and sip the water first to cleanse your palate.

3. Flat White

A flat white is stronger than a latte and silkier than a cappuccino. It uses less milk and only a thin layer of microfoam, so the coffee flavour stays in front.

How to make it:

• First, brew a 40ml espresso into a small cup (150–180ml).
• Heat 100–120ml whole milk to about 60–65°C.
• Then froth it lightly so it's silky, with only a thin layer of microfoam.
• Finally, pour the milk steadily into the espresso and serve straight away.

4. Iced Caramel Latte

A café-style iced caramel latte is easier to make at home than you might think, and you control exactly how sweet it is. Line everything up and it's ready in two minutes.

How to make it:

• First, fill a tall glass with ice and add 1 cup (about 180ml) cold milk.
• Brew a 40ml espresso.
• While it's hot, stir 1–2 tbsp (15–20ml) caramel syrup into the hot shot so it dissolves.
• Then pour the caramel espresso over the iced milk.
• Finally, mix and enjoy.

5. Affogato

You don't need to visit Italy for a good affogato. All it takes is a rich espresso with a good crema poured over cold ice cream, right on your kitchen counter.

How to make it:

• Take a small glass or bowl.
• Next, add one or two scoops of ice cream. Vanilla balances the coffee best.
• Then brew a 40ml espresso and pour it over the ice cream.
• Finally, eat it straight away with a spoon, before the ice cream melts.

6. Iced Cocoapresso

If you love chocolate and coffee together, this capsule coffee recipe is for you. The ice makes it cool and refreshing, a treat for a hot afternoon when you want something sweet with a caffeine boost.

How to make it:

• First, mix 1 tbsp chocolate powder with a splash of hot milk into a smooth paste, then stir in the rest of 150ml hot milk.
• Fill a glass with ice.
• Next, pour about 15g condensed milk over the ice.
• Then add the chocolate milk.
• After that, top it with a freshly brewed 40ml espresso.
• Finally, mix well and enjoy.

7. Espresso Cola

Coffee and cola sounds odd. However, it's a refreshing way to drink coffee in the summer heat. Add a slice of lemon if you want a little tang.

How to make it:

• First, fill a tall glass with ice.
• Next, pour in 150–200ml cola (regular or diet).
• Then brew a 40ml espresso and pour it slowly on top so it doesn't fizz over.
• Finally, add a lemon slice (optional), stir and enjoy.

Note: this drink has caffeine from both the espresso and the cola.

8. Tonic Espresso

This capsule coffee recipe may catch you off guard because it's both unusual and refreshing. Tonic water and a strong espresso balance bitterness and fizz perfectly.

How to make it:

• First, fill a glass with ice.
• Next, pour about 120ml tonic water over the ice.
• Then brew a 40ml espresso and pour it slowly over the tonic (it foams up fast).
• Finally, squeeze in a little lemon (optional), stir and enjoy.

9. Mocha

Mocha blends chocolate and coffee together. At home, the trick is getting the balance of cocoa and coffee right. You can use a mocha-flavoured capsule or follow these steps.

How to make it:

• First, mix 1 tbsp cocoa powder and 1 tsp sugar with a splash of hot milk into a smooth paste.
• Next, add the rest of ¾ cup (about 180ml) hot milk and froth or whisk.
• Then brew a 40ml espresso and pour it in.
• Finally, stir and top with whipped cream or a dusting of cocoa (optional).

10. Cinnamon Spiced Latte

A new twist for latte lovers. A little cinnamon adds warmth and spice, and you can keep the coffee strong or light to suit your taste.

How to make it:

• First, brew a 40ml espresso as the base.
• Next, heat 180ml milk with ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (and 1 tsp sugar or honey if you like).
• Then froth it well so the cinnamon blends in.
• Finally, pour the cinnamon milk into a tall glass, top with the espresso, stir and enjoy.
• For an iced version, stir the cinnamon and sweetener into the hot espresso, then pour it over a glass of ice and cold milk.

Make Your Coffee Your Way with These Capsule Coffee Recipes

These capsule coffee machine recipes let you enjoy coffee your way and add variety to your daily coffee routine. Not sure where to start? Our step-by-step guide to using the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine walks you through setup. Then stock up on compatible capsules and enjoy a great brew.

Get the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine for These Coffee Recipes

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FAQs

Is the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine better than the Xiaomi Semi-Automatic Coffee Machine?

It depends on how you like to make coffee. The Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine is one-touch and consistent, with no grinding or tamping, though the cost per cup is higher. The Xiaomi Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine uses ground coffee and gives you more control and a barista-style process, but it takes practice.

Which capsules work with the Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine?

It takes Nespresso Original-size capsules, including Nespresso's own and many third-party brands available in Pakistan. See the full list of compatible capsules, or compare it in Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine vs Nespresso.

Can you make iced capsule coffee recipes with the Mijia machine?

Yes. Brew the espresso hot as usual, then pour it over ice, cold milk or a mixer. In fact, five of the recipes above are iced: iced caramel latte, iced cocoapresso, espresso cola, tonic espresso and the iced cinnamon latte.

Do these Mijia coffee recipes need a milk frother?

The Mijia Capsule Coffee Machine brews espresso and lungo but has no built-in milk frother. So, for foamy drinks like cappuccino, flat white and mocha, use a handheld or electric milk frother. Alternatively, shake warm milk in a sealed jar until it foams.

What are the most popular capsule coffee recipes?

Espresso, cappuccino and latte are among the most popular coffee drinks, and all three are easy capsule coffee machine recipes to make on the Mijia machine.