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L’affogato al caffè, a dessert of gelato drowned in espresso, is “one of Italy’s most delectable modern dishes,” writes Anna Del Conte in her “Gastronomy of Italy.” The ice cream can be fior di latte, vanilla or chocolate, or whatever you like. Dulce de leche, with its caramelized milkiness, would be wonderful, as would cherry amaretto. The magic of affogato is that you get two pleasures in one: a spoonable dessert sauced with coffee, and a cream-blushed drink to chase it. The sweet ice…

How to make an authentic Italian Affogato with creamy vanilla ice cream and a strong shot of espresso. Add an optional splash of liqueur and grate of a little dark chocolate for the ultimate treat!

Ingredients Mini Stroopwafels Vanilla Ice Cream Coffee Directions Add two scoops of ice cream to a bowl or cup. Wedge in mini stroopwafels. Pour espresso or coffee over ice cream and stroopwafels.

The perfect way to ease into fall without forgetting the beauty of summer? A Pumpkin Spiced Affogato, espresso poured over pumpkin ice cream!

A perfect ending to a great warm weather meal, Affogato al Caffè will delight your taste buds and keep you cool.

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This Simple Affogato recipe is a delicious way to enjoy coffee and ice cream together in a dessert. With only 2 ingredients, it's truly an easy and impressive treat.

Makes 1 Affogato