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Affogato
5 from 22 votes

Affogato

Affogato is a simple dessert featuring cold vanilla gelato or ice cream drowned in a shot of hot espresso, optionally amplified by a splash of coffee-friendly liqueur. The contrast between cold creamy ice cream and hot intense coffee creates a balancing, silky dessert experience.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 183 kcal
Course: Dessert, Cocktails
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 large or 2 small(ish) coops vanilla gelato Note 1, or ice cream
  • 1 shot (30 ml/1 oz) espresso coffee short black) - Note 2, hot
  • 1 tbsp Frangelico optional) - Note 3, or amaretto or other liquor

Instructions

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  1. Put ice cream in glass suitable for affogato eating (Note 4).
  2. Place shot of espresso and liquor (if using) on the side.
  3. Pour the hot espresso then liquor over the ice cream. Enjoy swirls of melty ice cream blending into the coffee. Dig in immediately!

Notes

  • Use vanilla gelato or ice cream for a classic pairing with espresso.
  • Ensure the espresso is hot and strong for proper melting and flavor balance.
  • Choose coffee-compatible liqueurs like Frangelico or amaretto if desired.
  • Opt for a glass shape that facilitates easy eating, typically taller than wide.
  • Enjoy immediately; Affogato does not keep well once mixed.
  • Consider optional toppings like biscotti for dunking or chocolate shavings for texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 183cal (9%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 55mg (2%) Potassium 151mg (3%) Fiber 0.5g (2%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 278IU (6%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 85mg (9%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 183

% Daily Value*

Calories 183cal 9%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 55mg 2%
Potassium 151mg 3%
Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 278IU 6%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 85mg 9%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.