An affogato is an Italian coffee-based dessert where a scoop of sweet-cream or vanilla gelato is topped with a shot of hot espresso.
Affogato is a brilliant play on opposites: The bitter and sweet flavors, differing temperatures, and opposing textures all play off each other to create a delectable (and easy-to-make) dessert.
If you can pull a shot of espresso, you can perfect this dessert. Aim to pour an even, gentle stream that cloaks the ice cream without melting too much of the dessert at once.
When choosing a coffee for an affogato, you’ll want to pick espresso beans. For a classic affogato, grab sweet-cream or vanilla gelato, which is thicker than ice cream.
Get creative by swapping your beans or gelato flavor: chocolate, pistachio, and salted caramel are great choices. Make it your own!
2-INGREDIENT RECIPE