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Affogato Recipe

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β˜• Enjoy a quick and delicious dessert with this classic Affogato recipe that combines creamy ice cream with hot, strong espresso.
🍨 Perfect for coffee lovers looking for an easy and elegant treat, ready in minutes with customizable options.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x

Ingredients

Scale

1 large or 2 small scoops vanilla gelato or ice cream

1 shot (30 ml/1 oz) hot espresso coffee

1 tablespoon liquor such as Frangelico, amaretto, rum, sambuca, Kahlua, or other coffee-friendly liquor (optional)

Grated or shaved chocolate

Biscotti

Whipped cream

Melted chocolate drizzle

Crushed or chopped nuts like pistachios or hazelnuts

coconut or almond milk-based vegan ice cream for plant-based diets

decaffeinated espresso options for caffeine sensitivity

natural sweetener alternatives like stevia

Instructions

1-Brew 30 ml (1 oz) of hot espresso to get that strong, aromatic base.

2-Place one or two scoops of ice cream or gelato in a glass that’s easy to eat from.

3-Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream, letting it melt and mix for that magical swirl.

4-If you’re adding liquor, pour it on top right after the espresso for an extra kick.

5-Dig in right away, and maybe add biscotti on the side if you like something to dunk.

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Notes

β˜• Use good-quality espresso for a strong and hot shot to ensure rich flavor.
🍦 Experiment with different ice cream flavors beyond classic vanilla.
🍫 Add extras like chocolate shavings or biscotti for texture and enhanced taste.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 183
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 29mg