3.6

Out of 5 Ratings

Owner's of the Cuisinart Espresso Maker EM-200 gave it a score of 3.6 out of 5. Here's how the scores stacked up:
  • Reliability

    3.8 out of 5
  • Durability

    3.6 out of 5
  • Maintenance

    3.4 out of 5
  • Performance

    3.6 out of 5
  • Ease of Use

    3.4 out of 5
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RECIPES
Classic Espresso
Makes 1 serving (1½ ounces)
1 measured scoop finely ground
espresso or 1 espresso pod
water
Press the power button of the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The
lights around the power, manual, single and
double espresso buttons will illuminate
and when they stop blinking, the machine has
been warmed and is ready to use.
Place the one-cup filter basket in the
portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds
into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly
press down on the grounds and clean any
excess from the rim. Secure the portafilter
holder in place.
Place a demitasse cup underneath the brew
head and press the
single espresso button.
Espresso will begin to brew. When 1½ ounces
have been brewed the machine will stop.
Doppio
Makes 1 serving (3 ounces)*
2 measured scoops finely ground
espresso or 2 espresso pods
water
Press the power button of the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The
lights around the power, manual, single and
double espresso buttons will illuminate
and when they stop blinking, the machine has
been warmed and is ready to use.
Place the one-cup filter basket in the
portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds
into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly
press down on the grounds and clean any
excess from the rim. Secure the portafilter
holder in place.
Place one mug or glass underneath the brew
head and press the double espresso
button. Espresso will begin to brew. When 3
ounces have been brewed the machine will
stop.
*This recipe can also be used to make two
single espressos. Follow the same instructions
for the doppio, but place two demitasse cups
under the brew head instead of one.
Americano
Makes 1 serving (6-8 ounces)
1 measured scoop finely ground
espresso or 1 espresso pod
6-7 ounces hot water
Press the power button of the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker to turn the machine on. The
lights around the power, manual, single and
double espresso buttons will illuminate
and when they stop blinking, the machine has
been warmed and is ready to use.
Place the one-cup filter basket in the
portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds
into the basket. Using the tamping tool, lightly
press down on the grounds and clean any
excess from the rim. Secure the portafilter
holder in place.
Place a 6 to 8-ounce glass or mug on the drip
tray underneath the steam wand. Turn the
steam/hot water dial to the hot water setting.
Allow water to flow into the cup/mug until it is
about ²⁄
³
full and turn dial back to off position.
Press the power button to turn the espresso
maker off.
Place the cup/mug with the hot water already
in it underneath the brew head and press the
button above the single espresso button.
Espresso will begin to brew. When 1½ ounces
have been brewed the machine will stop.