How to Make an Affogato
An affogato is a scoop of vanilla ice cream with a hot espresso shot poured over it - part drink, part dessert, ready in seconds with just two ingredients.
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Fresh hot shot.
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| Espresso Machine | Fresh hot shot. | View → |
| Vanilla Ice Cream | Quality ice cream is the base. | View → |
| AeroPress | Brew a hot concentrate if no machine. | View → |
Quality ice cream is the base.
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Brew a hot concentrate if no machine.
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Buying advice
Scoop ice cream into a glass, pull a hot shot, pour over, serve immediately. Add amaretto or cocoa nibs for a twist.
FAQ
Best ice cream?
Vanilla bean, good quality.
Coffee temp?
Hot shot over cold cream - the contrast is the point.
No machine?
AeroPress hot concentrated shot.
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