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Affogato

A delightful Italian dessert combining espresso and gelato for a perfect balance of flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 4 scoops vanilla gelato
  • 4 shots espresso freshly brewed
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur optional

Method
 

Prepare the Gelato
  1. Scoop the vanilla gelato into serving glasses.
Brew the Espresso
  1. Brew 4 shots of espresso using an espresso machine.
Assemble the Affogato
  1. Pour a shot of hot espresso over each scoop of gelato.
  2. Add optional toppings like chocolate shavings or coffee liqueur if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best experience, as the gelato will melt into the espresso.

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