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    Easy Affogato in just 5 minutes

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    Learn how to make a delicious Italian coffee-based dessert. The “Affogato” is a perfect combination of coffee and ice cream. Here’s an easy recipe to try at home!­

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    Affogato Ingredients

    • 2 scoops of good quality vanilla bean ice cream, such as Häagen-Dazs
    • ¼ cup *(good quality) hot espresso or brewed coffee
    • Chocolate shavings, optional

    Optional:

    • Spike it with ½ tablespoon Kahlúa, amaretto, Frangelico, cognac, Grand Marnier, or other liqueur of your choice.

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    How to Make Affogato

    Add two scoops of ice cream in a cup or a shallow bowl. Then, pour the fresh brew espresso or coffee over the ice cream. Drizzle with Kahlúa, if desired.

    Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top. Serve immediately. Grab a spoon and enjoy! 

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    EASY AFFOGATO IN JUST 5 MINUTES

    Affogato

    Camila Benitez
    Learn how to make a delicious Italian coffee-based dessert. The "Affogato" is a perfect combination of coffee and ice cream. Here's an easy recipe to try at home!­
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 2 Cups

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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 scoops of good quality vanilla bean ice cream , such as Häagen-Dazs
    • ¼ cup *(good quality) hot espresso or brewed coffee
    • Chocolate shavings , optional

    Optional:

    • Spike it with ½ tablespoon Kahlúa , amaretto, Frangelico, cognac, Grand Marnier, or other liqueur of your choice.

    Instructions
     

    • In a cup or a shallow bowl, add two scoops of ice cream. Then, pour the fresh brew espresso or coffee over the ice cream. Drizzle with Kahlúa, if desired.
    • Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top. Serve immediately. Grab a spoon and enjoy!
    Nutrition Facts
    Affogato
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    5
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    0.2
    g
    0
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    1
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.03
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.03
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    0.4
    mg
    0
    %
    Sodium
     
    5
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    36
    mg
    1
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    1
    g
    0
    %
    Fiber
     
    0.01
    g
    0
    %
    Sugar
     
    0.2
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    0.1
    g
    0
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    4
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.1
    mg
    0
    %
    Calcium
     
    2
    mg
    0
    %
    Iron
     
    0.04
    mg
    0
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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