Jul 14 2026

Affogato Recipe

Time10m
Serves2

vanilla gelato & espresso

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Ingredients

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Gelato

Espresso

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Gelato

    Scoop 2 cups of vanilla gelato into serving glasses or bowls.

  2. 2

    Brew the Espresso

    Brew 1 cup of espresso coffee using an espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker. If desired, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the hot espresso to sweeten.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Assemble the Affogato

    Pour the hot espresso over the scoops of vanilla gelato immediately after brewing. The hot espresso will melt the gelato slightly, creating a delicious mix of flavors.

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