Description
Indulge in the classic Italian dessert, Affogato, a delightful combination of creamy vanilla ice cream drowned in a shot of rich espresso, with the option to enhance the experience with a touch of nut or coffee liqueur and grated dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
Vanilla Ice Cream:
- 2 scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream
Espresso:
- 1 shot espresso
Liqueur (optional):
- 1 tbsp nut or coffee liqueur
Dark Chocolate:
- For grating on top
Instructions
- Brew Espresso: Prepare one shot of espresso per person.
- Serve: Scoop 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into a wide glass or bowl. Pour the espresso over the ice cream.
- Add Liqueur: Optionally, pour 1 tbsp of nut or coffee liqueur over the ice cream.
- Grate Chocolate: Finish by grating dark chocolate over the top.
Notes
- Gelato to espresso ratio should be 1 shot of espresso to 1-2 scoops of ice cream.
- Ensure the ice cream is ice cold but soft enough to scoop.
- Experiment with different liqueurs for added flavor.
- Consider topping with chopped nuts or pistachios for texture.
- Serve in small drinking glasses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 109mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
