Description
Indulge in the delightful Italian Affogato recipe – a simple yet elegant combination of high-quality vanilla ice cream drowned in a shot of bold espresso, topped with a hint of nut liqueur and grated dark chocolate. This classic dessert is a perfect marriage of creamy sweetness and robust coffee flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For Italian Affogato:
- 2 scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 tbsp nut or coffee liqueur (optional)
- Dark chocolate, for grating on top
Instructions
- Brew an espresso: Prepare one shot of espresso per serving.
- Assemble the Affogato: Place 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a wide glass or bowl. Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream.
- Add flavor: Optionally, drizzle 1 tbsp of nut or coffee liqueur over the ice cream.
- Finish with chocolate: Grate dark chocolate over the top.
Notes
- Gelato to espresso ratio: Use 1 shot of espresso (max 40ml) for 1-2 scoops of ice cream. Opt for a short, strong espresso.
- Keep gelato cold: Use ice-cold gelato to prevent melting when pouring hot coffee.
- Enhance with liqueur: Experiment with nut liqueurs or other spirits for added depth.
- Toppings: Consider adding chopped nuts or grated chocolate for extra texture.
- Serving suggestion: Opt for small drinking glasses for the best presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 109mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
