Proper cleaning and maintenance is essential to keep your milk frother wand in optimal working condition. Milk goes bad easily and can produce a sour, unpleasant smell if not disposed of immediately. Cleaning a handheld frother is easy and straightforward - it does not require much disassembly since there are only a few components to account for.
Active Time5 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Course: Food Tips & Tutorials
Keyword: how to clean a milk frother
Yield: 1clean milk frother
Author: Jessica Haggard
Cost: $0.50
Equipment
1 Medium bowl
1 Damp cloth or sponge
Materials
5dropsdish soap
1bowlfulwarm water
Instructions
Fill a medium bowl with warm water and add a few drops of dish soap.
If your frother has a detachable whisk, carefully remove it according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Submerge the whisk into the soapy water to remove any milk residue.
Rinse the whisk under running water. Make sure to keep the frother away from the water stream.
Apply a small amount of dish soap to a damp cloth or sponge to wipe down the handle and to remove any remaining milk residue.
Place your milk frother wand on a drying rack or a clean towel and allow to air dry.
Once completely dry, reattach the whisk to the handle and store in a dry, safe place like your kitchen drawer.
Notes
Do not submerge the entire frother to avoid electrical hazards and damage to the machine.