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Affogato

A delightful Italian dessert combining espresso and gelato, perfect for coffee lovers.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Gelato
  • 4 scoops vanilla gelato
Espresso
  • 2 cups freshly brewed espresso
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons amaretto optional for added flavor

Method
 

Prepare the Espresso
  1. Brew 2 cups of espresso using an espresso machine.
Assemble the Affogato
  1. Place 1 scoop of vanilla gelato in each serving glass.
  2. Pour hot espresso over the gelato in each glass.
  3. Add optional toppings like chocolate shavings or a splash of amaretto if desired.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately while the gelato is melting into the espresso.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Affogato is best enjoyed immediately after preparation for the perfect combination of hot and cold.

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