Affogato Coffee

Affogato coffee, (affogato al caffe), is an espresso drink made by combining an ice cream scoop with a shot of espresso. The result is a unique dessert that can be served as a digestif, or just as a coffee replacement through the day.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Course Dessert, Drinks

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 175 kcal

Equipment

1 burr coffee grinder
1 espresso machine
1 tamper
1 Ice cream scoop
1 Small drinking glass The best are the narrowing glasses

Ingredients

1 fluid ounces Espresso Espresso made with an espresso machine
1 scoop Fior di latte gelato you can also use a good vanilla ice cream without eggs
1 tsp Ammaretto. or Sambuca Optional for a boozy flavor
1 square Dark chocolate shavings Optional

Instructions

Pull an espresso shot - instructions to pull an espresso shot.
If you are adding a digestif to your affogato, mix it with the espresso now.
Drop one scoop of ice cream or gelato in a small narowing glass.
Pour the espresso shot over the ice cream.
Optionally shave some dark chocolate on top and serve with a long spoon or straw.

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Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 3g

Keyword affogato, coffee, espresso, espresso-based drinks

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