How to Make the Best Affogato

An affogato is a coffee-based Italian dessert perfect for your coffee shop. It's ice cream drowned in espresso -- the perfect mixture of cold and hot! Here's a fool-proof recipe for the best affogato.

What You'll Need for Affogato Recipe:

Affogato, How to Make the Best Affogato

How to Make An Affogato:

1. Scoop it - Best Ice Cream for Affogato

Affogato, How to Make the Best Affogato

Scoop two scoops of vanilla ice cream into your clear gelato cup. Make sure they're roughly the same size, it'll make for a prettier treat.

2. Pour it - Affogato Recipe

Espresso Pouring, How to Make the Best Affogato

Pour your shot of espresso over an upside-down spoon, so that it's evenly distributed over your ice cream. 

3. Top it - Affogato Topping Ideas

Affogato, How to Make the Best Affogato

You have a few options for topping your affogato. You could use a pizzelle for a traditional Italian feel. Some like dark chocolate shavings on top. You could even try topping it with caramel and flakey salt.

Enjoy!

Have you made this affogato recipe for your coffee shop? Take a picture and tag us on Instagram, we love hearing from you!

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FAQs

The question is fairly easy to answer. Make sure you have a variety of different favors, and having vegan and gluten-free choices. This allows stores to accommodate to the needs of their customers.

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