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Affogato

Quick and easy dessert beverage made of gelato and espresso!1

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 558 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

Base Affogato
  • 2 large scoops gelato see below for flavor combinations
  • 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso
Add-Ins, all optional
  • 1 ounce liquor of choice see below for flavor combinations
  • mini chocolate chips
  • Caramel sauce
  • chocolate sauce
  • chopped nuts

Instructions

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  1. Scoop the gelato to a small bowl. Pour over the hot espresso. Top with any desired add-ins. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Flavor Combinations:
  • Yes, regular ice cream will work but gelato is traditional! One thing about gelato is that it is creamier and denser than ice cream. It works really well with the hot espresso.
  • What makes affogato so amazing is the combination of hot espresso with the cold gelato. Of course, you can do what you like but just keep in mind that chilled espresso is very bitter – it just won’t be the same.
  • If you don’t have a way to make espresso, you can substitute very strong brewed coffee. I recommend using a good quality coffee that is dark and robust and brew it stronger than you would for a regular cup of coffee.
  • It’s a little of both! Technically, it’s a dessert – sort of like a milkshake since you can sip on it as the ice cream melts but also eat it with a spoon.
  • I like to serve it in mugs. Since the espresso melts the gelato, serving it in a mug or narrow, small bowl will keep it from getting to soupy.
  • Nutella: Chocolate Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, Chopped Hazelnuts, Frangelico Liquor (optional)
  • Turtle: Chocolate Gelato, Caramel Sauce, Chopped Pecans
  • S’mores: Chocolate Gelato, Mini Marshmallows, Chopped Graham Cracker, Bailey’s Irish Cream (optional)
  • Triple Chocolate: Chocolate Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, Mini Chocolate Chips, Godiva Chocolate Liquor (optional)
  • Mocha: Chocolate Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Kahlua Coffee Liquor (optional)
  • Peppermint Mocha: Chocolate Ice Cream, Peppermint Schnapps (optional), Peppermint Pieces, Mini Chocolate Chips

Nutrition Information

Calories 558kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 56g (19%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 104mg (35%) Sodium 194mg (8%) Potassium 471mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 50g (100%) Vitamin A 996IU (20%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 303mg (30%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 558

% Daily Value*

Calories 558kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 56g 19%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 104mg 35%
Sodium 194mg 8%
Potassium 471mg 10%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 50g 100%
Vitamin A 996IU 20%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 303mg 30%
Iron 1mg 6%

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