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April 3, 2025
The Perfect Coffee Affogato: A Simple Indulgence
When dessert needs to be both impressive and effortless, the Italian affogato is a timeless choice. Meaning “drowned” in Italian, this simple yet indulgent treat combines just two ingredients: a scoop of ice cream and a shot of hot espresso. The result? A silky, bittersweet symphony of flavours that feels far more decadent than the prep time suggests.
What You’ll Need:
- 1 scoop of high-quality vanilla ice cream
- 1 fresh shot of espresso (we recommend Espresso Star of Italy, Espresso Organico or Fine Robusta Blend — smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced)
How to Make It:
- Scoop your ice cream into a small glass or dessert bowl.
- Brew a shot of espresso — ideally using freshly ground beans for the fullest flavour.
- Immediately pour the hot espresso over the cold ice cream.
- Serve right away, before it melts into a luscious coffee-ice cream swirl.
The contrast of hot espresso and cold ice cream is what makes the affogato so unforgettable. The espresso adds just the right amount of depth and complexity, with notes of cocoa and roasted hazelnut that elevate this dessert into something truly special.
Tip : Want to dress it up? Add a splash of amaretto or coffee liqueur, a sprinkle of sea salt, or a dusting of dark chocolate shavings.
Whether it’s the final flourish to a dinner party or a quiet moment of indulgence on a warm afternoon, the affogato is proof that elegance doesn’t have to be complicated.