Vanilla Ice Cream Affogato (with Espresso)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Delicious Vanilla Ice Cream Affogato with Espresso Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

2 min

Cook

1 min

Ready In

3 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 scoops vanilla ice cream
	1 1/2 ounces espresso

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

225

Sugar

19g

Fat

10g

The Vanilla Ice Cream Affogato with Espresso is a popular Italian dessert that has become more and more common all over the world. The combination of creamy vanilla ice cream with hot, rich espresso is a match made in heaven, and it's a perfect way to finish off a meal. This dessert is quick and easy to make and only requires two ingredients, making it a popular choice for those with a sweet tooth. It's perfect for a hot summer day when you're craving something sweet and refreshing but don't want to turn on the oven.

Instructions

1.	Take two scoops of the vanilla ice cream and place them in a dessert bowl.
2.	Using a spoon, gently press down on the ice cream to create a small indentation in the center of the scoops.
3.	Pull a shot of espresso and pour 1 1/2 ounces of espresso into the indentation you created in the ice cream.
4.	Serve immediately and enjoy while the espresso is still hot!

PROS

This dessert is extremely easy to make and requires only two ingredients.

Its perfect for a quick and easy dessert after a meal or as a special treat on a hot day.

CONS

The sugar and fat content in this dessert are high, which makes it an occasional treat to be enjoyed in moderation.

The caffeine content of this dessert also makes it unsuitable for individuals who are caffeine-sensitive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert may not be the healthiest option, it does contain calcium and protein due to the use of ice cream.
The caffeine content of the espresso can provide a temporary boost in mood and energy levels.