Description
Italian dessert affogato al caffè promises a luxurious espresso-drenched gelato experience. Rich vanilla gelato drowns in hot espresso, creating a sublime contrast of temperatures that delights your senses with pure Italian indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream
- 1 shot espresso
Liqueur (Optional):
- 1 tablespoon nut or coffee liqueur
Garnish:
- Dark chocolate, for grating on top
Instructions
- Prepare a rich, aromatic espresso shot for each serving, ensuring the coffee is freshly brewed and steaming hot.
- Select a wide, elegant glass or shallow serving bowl that showcases the dessert’s beautiful layers.
- Carefully place smooth, creamy vanilla gelato or premium ice cream into the chosen serving vessel, allowing it to rest at the center.
- Gracefully cascade the hot espresso directly over the cold ice cream, creating an instant melt and swirling effect that blends the coffee and cream.
- For those desiring an extra depth of flavor, drizzle a measured amount of nocino walnut liqueur or alternative complementary liqueur across the dessert surface.
- Complete the presentation by delicately grating dark chocolate shavings over the top, which will slightly melt and add a sophisticated textural contrast to the creamy, coffee-infused treat.
Notes
- Crafted in Italy, this dessert perfectly balances hot and cold temperatures with rich espresso and creamy vanilla ice cream.
- Select high-quality vanilla gelato or ice cream for the most authentic and luxurious taste experience.
- Serve immediately after pouring espresso to maintain the delightful contrast between hot coffee and cold ice cream.
- Optional liqueur adds depth and complexity, transforming a simple dessert into an elegant after-dinner treat.
- Dark chocolate garnish provides a subtle bitter note that complements the sweet and robust flavors.
- Best enjoyed in a clear glass to showcase the beautiful layers and visual appeal of this classic Italian dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg