Affogato al Caffè

Affogato al Caffè
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Affogato al Caffè is the ultimate Italian two-ingredient dessert — simplicity meets indulgence. "Affogato" means "drowned," referencing the way a shot of hot espresso envelops a scoop of vanilla gelato. This heavenly combination is perfect after a meal or as a quick gourmet treat.

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Yields2 Servings
Prep Time5 minsTotal Time5 mins
 2 scoops high-quality vanilla gelato or ice cream
 2 shots of freshly brewed espresso (about 60 ml total)
Optional garnishes
 Shaved dark chocolate
 Crushed biscotti
 A splash of amaretto or coffee liqueur
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  • Chill Your Cups (Optional):
    Place your serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes so the gelato doesn’t melt too quickly.

  • Scoop the Gelato:
    Add one generous scoop of vanilla gelato into each chilled glass.

  • Brew the Espresso:
    Prepare two fresh shots of espresso using an espresso machine or stovetop Moka pot. The coffee should be hot and strong.

  • Assemble:
    Just before serving, slowly pour one shot of espresso over each scoop of gelato.

  • Optional Flair:

    • Sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings or crushed biscotti.

    • Add a splash of liqueur for a boozy twist.

    • Serve immediately with a small spoon.

Ingredients

 2 scoops high-quality vanilla gelato or ice cream
 2 shots of freshly brewed espresso (about 60 ml total)
Optional garnishes
 Shaved dark chocolate
 Crushed biscotti
 A splash of amaretto or coffee liqueur
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