Heavenly Affogato

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Indulge in the Creamy and Decadent Heavenly Affogato

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 scoops vanilla ice cream
	240 ml brewed espresso , very hot and strong
	240 ml Frangelico

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

18g

Fat

15g

The Heavenly Affogato is an Italian dessert that consists of vanilla ice cream, espresso, and a liqueur such as Frangelico or Amaretto. This creamy and decadent dessert is the perfect way to cap off a meal and is often served in Italian restaurants as a digestif. The combination of hot and cold, sweet and bitter, and creamy and crunchy makes this dessert a delight for the senses.

Instructions

1.	Scoop out 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a glass bowl.
2.	In a separate bowl, brew 240 ml of very hot and strong espresso.
3.	Pour the brewed espresso concentrate over the vanilla ice cream in the glass.
4.	Add 240 ml of Frangelico over the top of the espresso and ice cream mixture.
5.	Stir gently, allowing the ice cream to melt slightly.
6.	Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy and decadent Heavenly Affogato.

PROS

The Heavenly Affogato is a delicious dessert that is easy to make and requires only 3 ingredients.

The combination of vanilla ice cream, espresso, and Frangelico creates a creamy and decadent flavor profile.

CONS

The high-fat content in the vanilla ice cream and Frangelico make this dessert high in calories and fat.

It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Heavenly Affogato may not be the healthiest dessert option, it does offer some health benefits when consumed in moderation.
The caffeine in the espresso can provide a temporary energy boost and increase alertness.
In addition, studies have shown that moderate consumption of alcohol, like the Frangelico in this recipe, can have health benefits for the heart and brain.