Affogato

Preparation Time5 mins Difficulty LevelEasy
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Cold, sweet ice cream meets hot, roasty espresso. The affogato is easy to make and a treat for the senses. Learn how to make this quintessential Italian dessert, topped off with a pinch of chocolate and a sprinkling of sea salt.

INGREDIENTS

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SERVING

- 1 serving servings +
  • 2
    scoops
    vanilla bean ice cream
  • 0.25
    cup
    hot espresso or brewed coffee
  • 0.5
    Tbsp
    Grand Marnier® or Cointreau® (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Pinch of sea salt

HOW TO MAKE

Affogato​

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    How to Make an Affogato

  • 01

    Add ice cream to a bowl or cup. Pour espresso or coffee over ice cream.
  • 02

    Drizzle with Grand Marnier® or Cointreau® (optional).
  • 03

    Top with chocolate shavings. 
    • TIP: You can use a standard grater.
  • 04

    Sprinkle sea salt on top and serve immediately.

  • (U.S. Only) Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly.

TIPS

You can use a standard grater.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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WHAT IS AN AFFOGATO?

An affogato is a popular Italian dessert that traditionally consists of a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato "affogato,” meaning “drowned,” in a shot of hot espresso. The hot espresso melts the ice cream, creating a delicious combination of hot and cold, bitter and sweet flavors.
WHAT IS AN AFFOGATO COFFEE?

Affogato coffee is a beverage that combines a shot of hot espresso with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato. The hot espresso is poured over the ice cream, causing it to melt and create a creamy and flavorful coffee dessert.
WHAT IS AN AFFOGATO SHOT?

An affogato shot refers to the espresso portion of an affogato. It is a single shot of hot espresso that is poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream or gelato to create the affogato dessert. The espresso adds a rich and bold flavor to the sweet ice cream.

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