Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBettola BistroAffogato Recipe

Affogato Recipe

Inspired by Bettola Bistro
Time10m
Serves1

Shot of Espresso with your choice of Gelato

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Ingredients

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Espresso

Method

Preparing the Espresso

  1. 1

    Grind the Coffee

    Use a coffee grinder to grind 18g of espresso coffee beans to a fine consistency.

  2. 2

    Brew the Espresso

    Add the ground coffee to an espresso machine and extract 60ml of espresso. Ensure the brewing time is around 25-30 seconds for optimal flavor.

Assembling the Affogato

  1. 3

    Scoop the Gelato

    Place one generous scoop of your preferred gelato flavor into a dessert glass or bowl.

  2. 4

    Pour the Espresso

    Carefully pour the freshly brewed espresso over the scoop of gelato, allowing it to melt slightly.

  3. 5

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the affogato immediately while the espresso is hot and the gelato is cold, allowing for a delightful contrast.

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