Homemade - Cortado (1 dubbelshotwminimilk0.1%)

Make the cortado with unsweetened soy or almond milk, and avoid sweetened milks, syrups, sugar, honey, and flavored creamers.

Have the cortado with or after a protein- and fiber-rich snack, such as a boiled egg with a small handful of almonds or walnuts.

Avoid drinking it on an empty stomach, especially first thing in the morning; have it after a balanced meal instead.

Use a smaller amount of milk or choose a stronger espresso-to-milk ratio to reduce the lactose load.

If you add a side food, choose options such as chia pudding made with unsweetened soy milk or plain Greek yogurt with berries.

Take a 10–15 minute easy walk after drinking the cortado to help blunt the rise.