Affogato, Any Time Dessert
When the temperature soars, Italians drink espresso. Hot, iced or in the delectable affogato, gelato drowned in coffee. Two ingredients—a shot of intense espresso and vanilla gelato— is all that’s required. Place two or three scoops into a coffee cup. Pour a shot of espresso over and enjoy. But like panzanella, affogato calls for enhancements. Drizzle chocolate sauce into your cup before adding the gelato. Swap chocolate, coffee or hazelnut gelato for the vanilla. Scoop a mound of amaretto flavored whipped cream on top before serving. To transform your affogato into a caffeinated parfait, spoon the gelato into a tall, narrow glass. Scatter it with bits of diced candied orange rind, toasted almond or hazelnuts, or crushed amaretto cookies. Place it in front of your guest, then pour hot espresso from a creamer over the concoction. We love affogato, one treat anyone can make al voglio as they wish.
Servings: 1