Affogato Recipe (Italian Coffee and Ice cream)
Affogato has got to be one of the easiest desserts to prepare. Also known as espresso with ice cream -- a serving of affogato is perfect for the summer heat!
Servings: 1
Calories: 410kcal
Equipment
- Ice cream scooper
- Serving glasses
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 scoops ice cream
- shot espresso, hot
- cocoa powder (optional for serving)
- slices of almonds (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Place 2 to 3 scoops of ice cream in a glass.
- Pour the espresso directly into the ice cream.
- Dust the affogato with cocoa powder.
- Add some chopped almonds on top.
- Enjoy your affogato!
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Notes
- Variation #1: While vanilla is the most common that I have seen for affogato, chocolate ice cream flavor is also sometimes served in some places.
- Variation #2: Sprinklers are excellent with affogato, even chocolate ones if that's what you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 834IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 253mg | Iron: 1mg