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Italian Affogato served and ready to eat
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Italian Affogato

A scoop of vanilla ice cream "drowned" in hot espresso — Italy's simplest, most elegant dessert.

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2Serves
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Ingredients

  • 4 scoops good vanilla ice cream
  • 4 shots fresh hot espresso
  • Optional: 2 tbsp Frangelico or amaretto, biscotti

Instructions

  1. Place ice cream scoops in cold cups or glasses.
  2. Add a splash of liqueur if using.
  3. Pour hot espresso over each scoop just before serving.
  4. Serve immediately with a spoon.
  5. Pass biscotti for dipping.
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Tara’s tips

  • Pour at the table for drama.
  • Use the best vanilla ice cream you can.

Serving suggestions

  • Eat immediately while contrast lasts.

Storage & reheating

No storage needed.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

What "affogato" means?

Italian for "drowned" — the ice cream drowns in coffee.

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