Coffee ice cream affogato
Instructions:
The word affogato means “drowned†in Italian; affogato al caffe is the name of a popular dessert in which hot espresso is poured over gelato just before it is eaten. The bitterness of the espresso acts as a pleasant counterpoint to the sweet creaminess of the ice cream. Liqueur intensifies the overall flavor. If you prefer, substitute very strong brewed coffee for the espresso. 1 pint best-quality coffee ice cream or gelato 4 ounces liqueur, such as sambuca, amaretto, or Frangelico (optional) 4 demitasse cups freshly brewed espresso
S E R V E S 4
- Just before serving, scoop the ice cream into 4 small bowls or large coffee cups.
- Divide the liqueur among 4 small glasses, if using; serve the liqueur and espresso alongside each bowl, and let each person pour them over the ice cream.