Affogato
Learn how to make this delicious Italian coffee-based dessert
Ingredients
- 2 oz double shot of hot espresso
- 1-2 scoops frozen gelato or ice cream
Instructions
- Following your machine’s instructions, pull a double shot of espresso and set it aside.
- Add 1-2 scoops of frozen gelato or ice cream to a glass or small, shallow bowl.
- Gently stream the hot espresso over the top of the ice cream, trying to cover the entire scoop in a thin layer of espresso.
- Grab a spoon and dig in!
Notes
- Thick, dense gelatos are best for this recipe because they won’t melt as quickly as whipped and aerated ice cream.
- Try to choose a gelato or ice cream that doesn’t use eggs since they can muddy the subtle, clean cream flavor.
- Enjoy the affogato right away since the best bites include solid spoonfuls of ice cream.
- Freeze whatever glass or dish you’ll be serving the affogato in so you’ll have more time to enjoy the frosty dessert before it melts completely.