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Affogato Recipe

Name: SR Prime Steakhouses AFFOGATO Recipe
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 scoops vanilla ice cream; 1 shot freshly brewed espresso; 1 tsp dark chocolate shavings (optional); 1 tbsp toasted almond slices (optional); 1 tsp hazelnut liqueur (optional); 1 to taste espresso machine or stovetop espresso / strong coffee maker; 1 to taste demitasse or small serving glass; 1 to taste ice cream scoop; 1 to taste small spoon

Inspired by SR Prime Steakhouse

Time10m

Serves1

VANILLA ICE CREAM TOPPED WITH A SHOT OF ESPRESSO

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Ingredients

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Affogato

2 scoops vanilla ice cream1 shot Freshly brewed espresso1 tsp dark chocolate shavings (optional)1 tbsp toasted almond slices (optional)1 tsp hazelnut liqueur (optional)

Equipment

1 to taste espresso machine or stovetop espresso / strong coffee maker1 to taste demitasse or small serving glass1 to taste ice cream scoop1 to taste small spoon

Method

Affogato

Chill serving glass (optional)

Place the demitasse or small serving glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes before assembling to help the ice cream last longer when the hot espresso is poured.

Prepare espresso

Brew one fresh shot (about 25–30 ml) of espresso using an espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker. If you don't have espresso, brew 30–40 ml of very strong coffee. Serve immediately while piping hot.

Scoop ice cream

Place two level scoops of high-quality vanilla ice cream into the chilled demitasse or small serving glass. Pack gently so the scoops sit snugly but keep some texture.

Optional liqueur

If using hazelnut liqueur (or another flavored liqueur), drizzle 1 teaspoon over the ice cream now so the flavor integrates beneath the espresso.

Pour espresso

Hold the hot espresso shot about 1–2 inches above the ice cream and pour directly over the scoops. Pour slowly and evenly so the espresso briefly warms the top of the ice cream and creates a delicious mix of melted cream and coffee.

Garnish and serve

Immediately sprinkle dark chocolate shavings and/or toasted almond slices over the top if using. Serve right away with a small spoon so the diner can enjoy the contrast of hot coffee and cold ice cream.

Equipment care

Rinse the espresso portafilter or stovetop components promptly after use to prevent coffee oils from drying. Wash the glass and spoon after serving.