Boil 1 cup of water. Allow it to cool slightly for a moment after boiling to around 200°F (93°C). Water that's too hot can scald the coffee grounds.

Place the coarsely ground coffee into the French press.

Pour the hot water over the coffee grounds. Ensure that all the grounds are saturated. Give it a gentle stir with a wooden or plastic spoon to make sure all the coffee is evenly soaked.

Place the lid on the French press with the plunger pulled all the way up. Let the coffee steep for about 4 minutes. Adjust the steeping time to your taste preferences—longer for a stronger brew.

After the steeping time, slowly press down the plunger. Apply steady pressure to separate the coffee grounds from the liquid.

Pour the brewed coffee into your mug

In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it's hot but not boiling. You can also heat the milk in the microwave for about 1 minute.

If you have a milk frother, froth the hot milk until it becomes creamy and has a good amount of foam on top. If you don't have a frother, you can vigorously shake the hot milk in a sealed jar for a similar effect.

Spoon the remaining foam on top.

Add sugar to your liking. Stir well to dissolve.

Sprinkle a pinch of cocoa powder or cinnamon on top for a little extra flavor and decoration.

Grab a comfy chair, take a sip, and savor the homemade goodness of your easy cappuccino!