Affogato Recipe

Rating 5.0
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Have a sweet ending to your Italian dinner with this affogato recipe. The combination of espresso and ice cream is delightful in its simplicity.
Utensils Dessert
Globe Italian
2
ingredients
4
steps
5
minutes
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Chef Tess
Classically trained under world-class chefs like Mario Batali, Mattahias Froeshcel and Wylie Dufresne, Chef Tess is equipped in a range of techniques and cuisines from molecular gastronomy to rustic Italian. After years in the restaurant industry and achieving second place on the Food Network’s "Chopped," Chef Tess decided to focus on her passion for teaching people how to cook simple and satisfying food. She's also been part of "Good Mythical Morning," a talk show series on YouTube.

Ingredients

Servings:
2
2
shots of espresso or cold brew
2
scoops of vanilla ice cream or gelato

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Directions 4 steps | 5 Minutes

Step 1

Measure and prep all ingredients.

Affogato Recipe: Measure and prep all ingredients.
Step 2

Prepare two small serving bowls, glasses or coffee cups. Place one scoop of vanilla ice cream into each cup.

Affogato Recipe: Prepare two small serving bowls, glasses or coffee cups.
Step 3

Top with espresso or cold brew. (See notes.)

Affogato Recipe: Top with espresso or cold brew.
Step 4

Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Affogato Recipe: Serve immediately.

Notes:

  • Using cold brew instead of espresso will result in a chillier treat as the gelato will melt less.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
37
FAT
1.9 g
PROTEIN
0.6 g
CARBS
4.5 g
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Lauren B.

Lauren

25 Jul 2022

Perfect ending to a big Italian meal.

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Sandra G.

Sandra

08 Jul 2022

I learned how to make the perfect Affogato with this recipe. Yummy!

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