Affogato
This Affogato is the ultimate Italian-style dessert — a scoop of creamy gelato topped with a shot of hot espresso. It’s simple, elegant, and perfectly balanced between sweet and bitter, hot and cold. A luxurious treat ready in just minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert, Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 large or 2 small scoops vanilla gelato or ice cream
1 shot (30 ml / 1 oz) hot espresso coffee
1 tbsp coffee-flavored syrup or caramel syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Place the scoop of ice cream or gelato into a small glass or dessert cup.
- Prepare a fresh, hot shot of espresso coffee.
- Optional: Stir syrup into the espresso for added sweetness or flavor.
- Pour the hot espresso over the ice cream and serve immediately.
Notes
Use strong, freshly brewed espresso for the best flavor contrast.
Try hazelnut, chocolate, or caramel gelato for a twist.
Top with chocolate shavings, nuts, or a drizzle of caramel for extra indulgence.
Pair with biscotti or a cookie for a classic Italian café experience.
Best served immediately—don’t let it sit or the ice cream will fully melt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 affogato
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Find it online: https://chocolatecoveredamy.com/affogato/
