Description
This classic Italian-inspired affogato recipe is easy to make in just a few minutes with ice cream, espresso and your choice of toppings. See notes above for more flavor pairing and topping ideas!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop vanilla gelato or ice cream
- 1 to 2 shots espresso
- 1/2 shot (1 tablespoon) liqueur, optional*
- chocolate shavings, optional
Instructions
- Mix. Scoop the cold ice cream into a serving bowl or cup. Pour the hot espresso directly over the ice cream, followed by liqueur, if using.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle chocolate shavings or any extra toppings you might like on top. Then serve immediately and enjoy while the ice cream is still cold!
Notes
Liqueur ideas: If you would like to add liqueur to your affogato, we would recommend either Amaretto (almond-flavored), Frangelico (hazelnut-flavored), Bailey’s Irish Cream (creamy chocolate and vanilla-flavored), Kahlúa (coffee-flavored), or Sambuca (anise-flavored). Or you could also add a half shot of either rum, cognac or brandy.