Espresso Affogato
The ultimate simple luxury: a scoop of premium vanilla bean gelato 'drowned' in hot espresso.
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10 minsEasy1 servings
Nutrition per serving
210
Calories
4g
Protein
25g
Carbs
11g
Fat
Ingredients
- 2 scoopsVanilla gelato
- 1 shotFresh espresso
- 1 crushedAmaretti cookie
- 1 tspDark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- 1
Place two large scoops of cold gelato into a double-walled glass.
- 2
Brew a fresh, hot shot of espresso.
- 3
Pour the hot coffee over the gelato immediately.
- 4
Top with crushed cookies and chocolate shavings and serve before it melts.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories210
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 3.3g16%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Dietary Fiber 2g7%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 200 IUVitamin C 8 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
💡 Tips for Espresso Affogato
- • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
- • Use high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for richer flavor.
- • This is a great recipe for beginners — don't overthink it, just have fun!
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